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Based on the theoretical work of Lincoln and Guba, this practical text is designed to help new researchers apply the constructivist paradigm. The authors show how these ideas shape the practice of conducting alternative paradigm research. Covering the research process from design, through data-collection analysis and presentation, as well as important issues generally minimized in positivist research texts - ethics, trustworthiness and authenticity - cases from a wide variety of disciplines demonstrate the efficacy of the methods described.
"This book is as good a practical guide to naturalistic inquiry as one could hope for at this time. It is clear, it is practical, it is stimulating, it leads, it guides, it inspires. The authors provide action-based legitimation for naturalistic inquiry. If the question, 'It all sounds good, but does it work?' is a reasonable one to pose, this book demonstrates that naturalistic inquiry works. The authors are to be congratulated for a splendid contribution." -- from the Foreword by Egon G. Guba
| A Posture Toward Research | |
| The Need for a New Paradigm | |
| The Process of Inquiry | |
| Some Basic Considerations | |
| Getting Started on the Study | |
| Designing a Naturalistic Inquiry | |
| Gathering Data | |
| Data Analysis | |
| Quality Criteria for a Naturalistic Study | |
| Preparing the Report | |
| Table of Contents provided by Ingram. All Rights Reserved. |
ISBN: 9780803949386
ISBN-10: 0803949383
Audience:
Tertiary; University or College
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 224
Published: 1st August 1993
Country of Publication: US
Dimensions (cm): 22.0 x 15.19
x 1.4
Weight (kg): 0.29
