Qualitative Research Design

“This book uses everyday language that will captivate students’ attention and embed practical knowledge to supplement the technical.”

-- Gaetane Jean-Marie

“The key strengths of the text are the passion and the enthusiasm that Dr. Maxwell has for qualitative research after all these years. I feel I can also utilize these concepts on my own research team and take them out of the classroom and into research team meetings with colleagues.”

-- Deborah Gioia
“I really liked this book. I found myself taking notes and saying “yes” so many times because Maxwell captures the research process so well and provides many points worth quoting. As a faculty mentor, I particularly see the value of this book for my students who are conducting qualitative dissertations.” -- Mary S. Enright
"Maxwell provides a clear explanation regarding the nuances involved in the circular process of qualitative research design." -- Tracy M. Lara
Very useful book for those at the early stages of planning research projects on postgraduate courses or early doctoral candidates. The early chapters on designing coherent research studies are especially useful. Plenty of eclectic examples enliven the reading experience for students and lecturers. -- Dr Aled Jones * drupal *
Some useful discussions which help students consider some of the key elements of qualitative research design differently from other books -- Dr Anthony Hickey * drupal *
Not adopted for my graduate level course on ethnographic research methods. The book is used in another one of our qualitative research courses -- Dr Armando Trujillo * drupal *
This is a good intro book for new students aiming to address qualitative research systematically. However it does not seem to address critical issues well associated with qualitative studies. -- Dr Chahid Fourali * drupal *
Haven′t ever found a clearer and more useful book for research design than Maxwell′s. -- Dr Corrine Glesne * drupal *
This subject of this book is too narrow for an introductory counseling research course. Additionally, it does not include program evaluation, a subject required by state and national licensing boards. -- Dr Ed Decker * drupal *
Excellent textbook for qualitative proposal writing. This updated version retains the elements that make it a classic - exercises that contribute towards developing a proposal. -- Dr Faith Ngunjiri * drupal *
The book provides a clear guide on qualitative research design and an accessible language that makes it easy to read. I would definitely recommend it for my undergraduate and postgraduate students. -- Dr Fawaz Baddar * drupal *
Maxwell provides many valuable hints for students of social scientific disciplines who grapple with the intricacies of doing good qualitative research. Beginning as well as more advanced students will benefit from concisely elaborated principles as they apply to the various steps of data gathering, concept formation, and interpretation. -- Dr Guenther Auth * drupal *
Excellent book -- Dr Ibrahim Alsahouly * drupal *
An excellent book for novices & beginners -- Dr John Ap * drupal *
A little too specific for my survey course. Ordered for Library. -- Dr John Hedgcock * drupal *
still considering for a fall course but did not adopt in prior semester -- Dr Kathryn Obenchain * drupal *
Use book for qualitative research. -- Dr Lisa Carvallo * drupal *
This book is very easy to read for those new to social research and is searching for more in-depth understanding of qualitative research. The style is very reader friendly, issues on qualitative research are clearly explained with numerous examples that students can engage with and understand. I like this book very much. -- Dr Lyn Ashmore * drupal *
Change in jobs--will use it next fall. It is an excellent update to the previous version. -- Dr PAMELA WHITEHOUSE * drupal *
Very accessible book for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Good level of detail but also some excellent explanations of complex ideas. -- Dr Rachel Curzon * drupal *
It is a good supporting book for qualitative research methods course in DBA. -- Dr SANJAY SINGH * drupal *
Love this book but decided to go with a general research methods book. Will use it with a different course and recommend it to doctoral students. -- Dr Todd Hawley * drupal *
covers all the elements of design succinctly with great exercises -- Dr Trey Stohlman * drupal *
Recommend -- Ellen Cohn * drupal *
A great resource, easy to follow and logical. -- Miss Donna Lacey * drupal *
Well written and presented book containing very good information. -- Mr David Biggins * drupal *
Easy to read and informal. Step by step guide to planning qualitive research. Very good book -- Mr Gilbert Regan * drupal *
A really useful book for postgraduate researchers which takes an innovative approach to the subject -- Mr John Knight * drupal *
I strongly recommend the textbook for beginners and mid-stream researcher. It is concise and provides a good quick reference guide. -- Mr Nalumino Akakandelwa * drupal *
Engaging and interactive - really useful -- Mr Steve Dixon * drupal *
This is an excellent tekst, published within applied social research methods series, on qualitative research design for students willing to start or those who just started their dissertation. Maxwell clearly, with numerous examples, explains how to define the five key elements of the research design: research goals, conceptual framework, research questions, methods, and, often forgotten by others, validity of the research. Also useful is the last chapter on writing of research proposals, which deals with such issues as justification of a qualitative study. -- Mrs Beata Kviatek - Simanska * drupal *
This book provides a good overview of the concepts for students who are involved in social research. The text is easy to read and it is good written and easy to understand. Good examples throughout the book -- Mrs CARMEN JACA * drupal *
I really like the models which gives a very fine visual overview of the research processes. -- Mrs Kirsten Andersen * drupal *
Useful book for students undertaking qualitative research -- Mrs sharon arkell * drupal *
This book really helped students produce excellent proposals for qualitative research. It is well written and presents very good information that is easily accessible as well as providing clarity. -- Mrs Sharon Colilles * drupal *
An excellent text. -- Mrs Susan Ramsdale * drupal *
This is the definitive book on qualitative research design, from a leading practitioner. Clearly written, well structured and practical, the book is ideal for postgraduate students and early career researchers. Unfortunately, the library has adopted a large number of earlier editions and is not willing to update to the latest edition this year. -- Mrs Udeni Salmon * drupal *
Original and unusual approach that completes the course very well. -- Mrs Yasmina Poggi * drupal *
I like the writing style of this book - the concepts are explained in a way that is straightforward without being simplistic. -- Mrs Yvette Winnard * drupal *
This book is the most appropriate introduction to research design. Complex elements are presented in a clear way and it is easy for students to understand the ′why′s and how′s′ of research design. -- Ms Chrysavgi Sklaveniti * drupal *
A useful text for post grad/students interested in research -- Ms Karen Hillison * drupal *
This book offers a practical guide to preparing for qualitative research so is designed to be read during the early rather than later stages of a research project. The author adopts a critical realist perspective but presents the book as appropriate for students and researchers who hold a variety of positions. The use of examples and activities help the reader apply the given information to their own ideas and practice making it a practical introduction to the subject; the dissertation examples were particularly useful. -- Ms Sue Watling * drupal *
This book offers a practical guide to preparing for qualitative research so is designed to be read during the early rather than later stages of a research project. The author adopts a critical realist perspective but presents the book as appropriate for students and researchers who hold a variety of positions. The use of examples and activities help the reader apply the given information to their own ideas and practice making it a practical introduction to the subject; the dissertation examples were particularly useful. -- Ms Sue Watling * drupal *
I′ve just finished my PhD and am responsible for leading DPT students in research
Qualitative research is new to me so this book has been a nice addition to my library. -- Professor Anne O'Donnell * drupal *
It wasn′t in depth enough for what I needed. -- Professor Dani McMay * drupal *
Very clear and pedagogical book on qualitative research. -- Professor Francisco Branco * drupal *
Very clear and pedagogical book on social research paradigma and strategies. -- Professor Francisco Branco * drupal *
This book helps my students produce excellent proposals for qualitative research, many of which have been enacted even after the class is over. -- Professor James Robert Bitter * drupal *
I had used Maxwell′s older book and my students had provided very positive feedback. I look forward to introducing them to this new edition. -- Professor Joyce Duckles * drupal *
I will adopt this for my qualitative methods course in Fall 2015 -- Professor Kevin O'Connor * drupal *
We looked at a number of research design books,and ended up adopting a more comprehensive Educational Research methods book that included both qualitative and quantitative research design. -- Professor Laurie Gatlin * drupal *
This is an excellent user-friendly text specially for those who are unfimiliar with qualititatie reseatch design. This is an easy engaging text for all undergraduate and postgraduate students. -- Professor Micheal Van Wyk * drupal *
Maxwell′s book is an excellent reference on how to design a qualitative research study. It provides a systematic approach to designing such studies. The book is particularly useful for researchers who have little background in qualitative research. I particularly like his discussion on Conceptual Frameworks. I will recommend this book to the physicians I am mentoring for their graduate thesis. -- Professor Nina Consorcia Castillo-Carandang * drup