Qualitative psychology : a practical guide to research methods /
Smith, Jonathan A.,
Qualitative psychology : a practical guide to research methods / Jonathan A. Smith. - 4th edition. - xii, 307 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- Conceptual foundations of qualitative psychology -- Interpretative phenomenological analysis -- Grounded theory -- Narrative psychology -- Conversation analysis -- Discourse analysis -- Thematic analysis: a reflexive approach -- Cooperative inquiry: an action research practice -- Focus groups -- Choosing your approach -- Demonstrating validity in qualitative psychology.
"Undertaking qualitative research in psychology can seem like a daunting and complex process, especially when it comes to selecting the most appropriate approach for your project or assignment. This book, written and edited by a world-leading group of academics and researchers, offers an accessible, critical and practical way into qualitative research in psychology. Each chapter provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to using a qualitative research method - from Conversation Analysis or Focus Groups to Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis or Narrative Psychology. Whatever approach you choose to take, this book will ensure you get it right from the start"--
9781529616446
2023941972
Psychology--Methodology--Textbooks.--Research
BF76.5 / .Q3375 2024
150.721 / Q251
Qualitative psychology : a practical guide to research methods / Jonathan A. Smith. - 4th edition. - xii, 307 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- Conceptual foundations of qualitative psychology -- Interpretative phenomenological analysis -- Grounded theory -- Narrative psychology -- Conversation analysis -- Discourse analysis -- Thematic analysis: a reflexive approach -- Cooperative inquiry: an action research practice -- Focus groups -- Choosing your approach -- Demonstrating validity in qualitative psychology.
"Undertaking qualitative research in psychology can seem like a daunting and complex process, especially when it comes to selecting the most appropriate approach for your project or assignment. This book, written and edited by a world-leading group of academics and researchers, offers an accessible, critical and practical way into qualitative research in psychology. Each chapter provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to using a qualitative research method - from Conversation Analysis or Focus Groups to Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis or Narrative Psychology. Whatever approach you choose to take, this book will ensure you get it right from the start"--
9781529616446
2023941972
Psychology--Methodology--Textbooks.--Research
BF76.5 / .Q3375 2024
150.721 / Q251