Qualitative Data Analysis: An Expanded Sourcebook by Michael Huberman

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Synopsis

The latest edition of this best-selling textbook by Miles and Huberman not only is considerably expanded in content, but is now available in paperback. Bringing the art of qualitative analysis up-to-date, this edition adds hundreds of new techniques, ideas and references developed in the past decade. The increase in the use of computers in qualitative analysis is also reflected in this volume. There is an extensive appendix on criteria to choose from among the currently available analysis packages. Through examples from a host of social science and professional disciplines, Qualitative Data Analysis remains the most comprehensive and complete treatment of this topic currently available to scholars and applied researchers.

Annotation

Focusing & bounding the collection of data/early steps in analysis/cross-case & matrix displays/ethics issues

Booknews

A practical sourcebook for researchers who make use of qualitative data, presenting the current state of the craft in the design, testing, and use of qualitative analysis methods. Strong emphasis is placed on data displays--matrices and networks--that go beyond ordinary narrative text. Each method of data display and analysis is described and illustrated in detail, with practical suggestions to users for adaptation and use. This revised and updated edition (1st ed., 1984) adds a wide range of new techniques, ideas, and references, and reflects the growth of computer use in qualitative analysis. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Biography

(Deceased)