Handling Qualitative Data

A Practical Guide

Lyn Richards author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd

Published:23rd Dec '20

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Viewing data as the heart of qualitative research, this book provides clear guidance on the steps involved in collecting and managing primary & secondary data while equipping you with a toolkit that they can apply to data in any context.

In her positive and jargon-free style, the author discusses how setting up, working with, making sense of and presenting data can be a springboard into learning key research skills and reflecting on methodological issues. New to this edition:

  • Ethical practice learning features, such as exercises and reflective questions
  • Thoughtful guidance on the newer challenges in handling qualitative data, like data security and access to online data
  • New chapters provide clear advice on communicating data to different audiences, and creating impactful data visualizations
  • Online resources that illustrate how to work with data in real research projects; including a ‘stepping into software’ space that provides practical tips and guidance on using qualitative analysis software effectively
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This book provides helpful tips and easy-to-follow guidelines for carrying out rigorous qualitative data-collection and analyses. Lyn Richards’ straight to the point explanations of various techniques and methodological procedures can help novice students and seasoned researchers conduct systematic qualitative research. -- Rudy Leyva

Strengthening an already impressive publication, Richards has produced an excellent addition to the literature on qualitative research. The signposting of additional resources within the text allows readers to further hone their analytical skills. Written in an accessible format, I would recommend this to both experienced researchers and those beginning their research journey. 

-- Lyndsey Harris
Handling qualitative research is often something students struggle with, particularly at under-graduate level but often also at graduate level where at times it is a more prevalent method of choice. This dedicated book takes the student through the process from concept through design to eventual delivery of a quality research output. I highly recommend this text. -- Dr Ciaran McAleenan * drupal *
This is a good, practical text, and researchers starting out in qualitative research will find the guidance helpful and easy to follow. -- Dr Francois van Loggerenberg * drupal *
An excellent introductory text which provides clear guidance for students who are new to qualitative research. I regularly refer first year PhD students who are new to qualitative research to this book as it is so accessibly written. -- Dr Maureen Twiddy * drupal *
This is a useful resource to support postgraduate students in their understanding of how to handle and analyse qualitative data. -- Dr Michelle Addison * drupal *
This is a very good read for postgraduate students. It gives them clear guidance and examples and has excellent further reading suggestions. -- Ms Melody Harrogate * drupal *

ISBN: 9781526490773

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 540g

336 pages

4th Revised edition