Introducing Qualitative Research

An ideal starter text for students, novice researches and practitioners who are new to the qualitative research field. -- Karen Spilsbury

′In this second edition, Rose Barbour guides the reader through the qualitative research journey, in what is arguably one of the most comprehensive guides available...She simultaneously demystifies qualitative research whilst reiterating the expertise and skill which qualitative researchers must possess. For anyone who undertakes qualitative research – postgraduate students in particular – this book would be an indispensible addition to the bookshelf.′

-- Christina Dobson * LSE Book Reviews *
Great information, but the broad focus makes it difficult to adopt in a research course focused on internet research. -- Dr AmberNicole Pfannenstiel * drupal *
This book covers all the angles we require for this course. It is simply laid out and easy to follow. Very grateful to have received the inspection copy. We have adopted this as the primary text for this course. -- Dr Bethany Morgan Brett * drupal *
a clearly written guide which is easy to understand especially the theoretical complexity underpinning methodology. -- Dr Christine Skinner * drupal *
it is an introductory text on qualitative research and explains its fundamentals in a very accessible manner. Students will find it helpful, which will offer them clear guidance. -- Dr Miyoung Oh * drupal *
I found this book to be a helpful guide for students in terms of how to approach qualitative research. It provides a broad foundation in theory as well as practical examples to help students apply theory to their own empiracal research. -- Dr Samantha Leonard * drupal *
A good text that covers the required material well. It will be added to student′s recommended reading list -- Dr Theresa Ryan * drupal *
Excellent resource and students will find the content very accessible and useful whilst undertaking their research proposal and dissertation and will aid them to continue being research minded during their qualified practice. -- Miss Julie Bywater * drupal *
This could be more user friendly for beginners. -- Miss Michaela Smith * drupal *
A sound book -- Mr Chris Wheable * drupal *
Difficult to read but added as a supplemental book for Advanced Intelligence the proposal FOR5906. -- Mr Hennie Lochner * drupal *
Perfect for any undergraduate student conducting qualitative research methods at all levels. -- Mr Lewis Simpson * drupal *
This is the second edition of Barbour′s book and Barbour, once again, has excelled with this text. It takes the reader on a voyage of discovery into qualitative research and it is easily understood. Set out in four different sections, it goes through the logical steps of why researchers choose a qualitative approach to research to the analysis of data. A must for the qualitative researcher and for those wanting to know more about this research approach. -- Mr Thomas Beary * drupal *
When quantitative research is not enough you need a good introduction into qualitative research. This book is an excellent work to do so! -- Mrs Christel Van Gool * drupal *
This is a great "all rounder". It has value for those new to research but also to the experienced researcher. Very well laid out and easy to navigate through." -- Mrs Gillian Wilson * drupal *
A clear and useful guide to qualitative research-highly recommended to students completing an independent research project and / or dissertation. -- Mrs Hazel Niemczyk * drupal *
A great explanation of qualitative methods - useful at undergraduate level and beyond -- Mrs Jane Wood * drupal *
A clear book that is easy to understand. It explains all areas of qualitative research in a way that is understandable and easy to follow. -- Mrs Samantha Hannigan * drupal *
An interesting and good to read book, but with a little bit selective emphases, for example the analysis of qualitative data is relatively short but there is an extra chapter for action research. Good and practical for students. -- Professor Dieter Kulke * drupal *
This is a student guide to research, offers a very helpful guide to those exploring the concept of `Qualitative Research′. Easy to read step-step-guide to going Qualitative Research. -- Professor Simphiwe Mini * drupal *
Useful broad beginner text -- Professor Viviene Cree * drupal *