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Qualitative Research: Analyzing Life, Second Edition presents a fresh approach to teaching and learning qualitative methods for social inquiry—one that focuses on analysis from the very beginning of the text. By exploring qualitative research through a unique analytic lens, then cumulatively elaborating on methods in each successive chapter, this innovative work cultivates a skill set and literacy base that prepares readers to work strategically with empirical materials in their own fieldwork. Johnny Saldaña and Matt Omasta combine clear, accessible writing and analytic insight to show that analysis, in its broadest sense, is a process undertaken throughout the entire research experience. The Second Edition provides a number of updates including more on digital materials and methods, including sentiment analysis of social media data, and ethics in social media research.
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Contents
List of Displays
List of Displays
Preface
- The Organization and Through-Line of the Book
- The Coauthors’ Approach
- To the Instructor
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
About the Authors
Part I. Analyzing Qualitative Data
- Chapter 1. Introduction: Analyzing Life
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Developing Fundamental Qualitative Analytic Skills
- On Qualitative Data Analysis—and Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for an Introduction to Qualitative Analysis
- Analytic Exercises
- Sample Data for Analysis
- Chapter 2. Analyzing Field Sites
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Culture
- Observation Settings
- The Observer’s Frames
- Field Notes
- Technical Matters of Fieldwork and Field Notes
- Analyzing Observations of Social Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Participant Observation
- Analytic Exercises for Participant Observation
- Sample Field Notes for Analysis
- Chapter 3. Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Values, Attitudes, and Beliefs
- Analyzing Manifest and Latent Contents
- The Materials and Meanings of Human Production
- Analyzing Documents
- Analyzing Artifacts
- Analyzing Visual Images
- Analyzing Digital Materials
- The Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships in Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Analytic Exercises for Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Sample Photograph
- Chapter 4. Analyzing Interviews: Preparing, Conducting, and Transcribing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Types of Interviews
- Participant Selection
- Interview Preparation, Scheduling, and Arrangements
- Asking Questions
- Transcribing
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Interviewing
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Chapter 5. Analyzing Interviews: Condensing and Coding
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Interview Condensation
- Analyzing Interviews Through Codes and Coding
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Sample Interview Transcript
Part II. Analyzing the Framework
- Chapter 6. Analyzing Qualitative Methodologies
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Theoretical Premises of Qualitative Research
- A Rationale for Qualitative Research
- Selected Methodologies of Qualitative Research and Analysis
- Mixed Methods
- On Genres
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Supplemental Readings
- Chapter 7. Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Researching and Analyzing the Topic
- Analyzing the Literature
- Research Questions
- Site Selection
- Participant Selection
- Data Collection Methods
- Data Analysis Methods
- Presentation Modes
- Timeline Design
- Conceptual Frameworks
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Design
- Outline for a Qualitative Research Proposal
- Chapter 8. Analyzing Research Ethics
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- The Rules of Research
- Institutional Review Boards
- Researcher and Participant Relationships
- Ethics in Social Media Research
- Analyzing Ethical Ambiguity
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Research Ethics
- Analytic Exercises for Research Ethics
Part III. Analytic Assemblage
- Chapter 9. Analysis to Synthesis: Condensing, Patterning, and Unifying
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Synthesis
- Condensing Large Amounts of Data
- Patterning Textual, Visual, and Digital Materials
- Unifying Seemingly Different Things
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 10. Analysis to Synthesis: Understanding, Interpreting, and Theorizing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Understanding Social Processes of Human Action, Reaction, and Interaction
- Interpreting the Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships of Social Life
- Theorizing
- CAQDAS
- On Credibility and Trustworthiness
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analysis to Synthesis
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Sample Data for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 11. Analytic Write-Ups
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Stylistic Approaches to Research Writing
- On Writing About the Major Elements of a Study
- Journal Article Submission and Publication
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analytic Write-Ups
- Analytic Exercises for Write-Ups
- Sample Abstracts for Analysis
- Chapter 12. Analytic Presentations and Professional Development
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Paper Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Dramatic/Staged Readings
- Presenting Data Effectively
- Professional Networking
- Professional Development
- Analysis as a Lens, Filter, and Angle on Life
- Closure
- Resources for Presenting Qualitative Research and Professional Development as a Qualitative Researcher
- Analytic Exercises for Presentations and Professional Development
Glossary
Glossary
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Description
Qualitative Research: Analyzing Life, Second Edition presents a fresh approach to teaching and learning qualitative methods for social inquiry—one that focuses on analysis from the very beginning of the text. By exploring qualitative research through a unique analytic lens, then cumulatively elaborating on methods in each successive chapter, this innovative work cultivates a skill set and literacy base that prepares readers to work strategically with empirical materials in their own fieldwork. Johnny Saldaña and Matt Omasta combine clear, accessible writing and analytic insight to show that analysis, in its broadest sense, is a process undertaken throughout the entire research experience. The Second Edition provides a number of updates including more on digital materials and methods, including sentiment analysis of social media data, and ethics in social media research.
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Contents
List of Displays
List of Displays
Preface
- The Organization and Through-Line of the Book
- The Coauthors’ Approach
- To the Instructor
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
About the Authors
Part I. Analyzing Qualitative Data
- Chapter 1. Introduction: Analyzing Life
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Developing Fundamental Qualitative Analytic Skills
- On Qualitative Data Analysis—and Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for an Introduction to Qualitative Analysis
- Analytic Exercises
- Sample Data for Analysis
- Chapter 2. Analyzing Field Sites
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Culture
- Observation Settings
- The Observer’s Frames
- Field Notes
- Technical Matters of Fieldwork and Field Notes
- Analyzing Observations of Social Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Participant Observation
- Analytic Exercises for Participant Observation
- Sample Field Notes for Analysis
- Chapter 3. Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Values, Attitudes, and Beliefs
- Analyzing Manifest and Latent Contents
- The Materials and Meanings of Human Production
- Analyzing Documents
- Analyzing Artifacts
- Analyzing Visual Images
- Analyzing Digital Materials
- The Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships in Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Analytic Exercises for Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Sample Photograph
- Chapter 4. Analyzing Interviews: Preparing, Conducting, and Transcribing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Types of Interviews
- Participant Selection
- Interview Preparation, Scheduling, and Arrangements
- Asking Questions
- Transcribing
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Interviewing
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Chapter 5. Analyzing Interviews: Condensing and Coding
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Interview Condensation
- Analyzing Interviews Through Codes and Coding
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Sample Interview Transcript
Part II. Analyzing the Framework
- Chapter 6. Analyzing Qualitative Methodologies
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Theoretical Premises of Qualitative Research
- A Rationale for Qualitative Research
- Selected Methodologies of Qualitative Research and Analysis
- Mixed Methods
- On Genres
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Supplemental Readings
- Chapter 7. Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Researching and Analyzing the Topic
- Analyzing the Literature
- Research Questions
- Site Selection
- Participant Selection
- Data Collection Methods
- Data Analysis Methods
- Presentation Modes
- Timeline Design
- Conceptual Frameworks
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Design
- Outline for a Qualitative Research Proposal
- Chapter 8. Analyzing Research Ethics
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- The Rules of Research
- Institutional Review Boards
- Researcher and Participant Relationships
- Ethics in Social Media Research
- Analyzing Ethical Ambiguity
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Research Ethics
- Analytic Exercises for Research Ethics
Part III. Analytic Assemblage
- Chapter 9. Analysis to Synthesis: Condensing, Patterning, and Unifying
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Synthesis
- Condensing Large Amounts of Data
- Patterning Textual, Visual, and Digital Materials
- Unifying Seemingly Different Things
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 10. Analysis to Synthesis: Understanding, Interpreting, and Theorizing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Understanding Social Processes of Human Action, Reaction, and Interaction
- Interpreting the Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships of Social Life
- Theorizing
- CAQDAS
- On Credibility and Trustworthiness
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analysis to Synthesis
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Sample Data for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 11. Analytic Write-Ups
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Stylistic Approaches to Research Writing
- On Writing About the Major Elements of a Study
- Journal Article Submission and Publication
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analytic Write-Ups
- Analytic Exercises for Write-Ups
- Sample Abstracts for Analysis
- Chapter 12. Analytic Presentations and Professional Development
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Paper Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Dramatic/Staged Readings
- Presenting Data Effectively
- Professional Networking
- Professional Development
- Analysis as a Lens, Filter, and Angle on Life
- Closure
- Resources for Presenting Qualitative Research and Professional Development as a Qualitative Researcher
- Analytic Exercises for Presentations and Professional Development
Glossary
Glossary
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
January 2021 | 360 pages | Sage US
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Qualitative Research: Analyzing Life, Second Edition presents a fresh approach to teaching and learning qualitative methods for social inquiry—one that focuses on analysis from the very beginning of the text. By exploring qualitative research through a unique analytic lens, then cumulatively elaborating on methods in each successive chapter, this innovative work cultivates a skill set and literacy base that prepares readers to work strategically with empirical materials in their own fieldwork. Johnny Saldaña and Matt Omasta combine clear, accessible writing and analytic insight to show that analysis, in its broadest sense, is a process undertaken throughout the entire research experience. The Second Edition provides a number of updates including more on digital materials and methods, including sentiment analysis of social media data, and ethics in social media research.
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e
Table Of Contents:
- List of Displays
- Preface
- The Organization and Through-Line of the Book
- The Coauthors’ Approach
- To the Instructor
- Acknowledgments
- About the Authors
- Part I. Analyzing Qualitative Data
- Chapter 1. Introduction: Analyzing Life
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Developing Fundamental Qualitative Analytic Skills
- On Qualitative Data Analysis—and Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for an Introduction to Qualitative Analysis
- Analytic Exercises
- Sample Data for Analysis
- Chapter 2. Analyzing Field Sites
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Culture
- Observation Settings
- The Observer’s Frames
- Field Notes
- Technical Matters of Fieldwork and Field Notes
- Analyzing Observations of Social Life
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Participant Observation
- Analytic Exercises for Participant Observation
- Sample Field Notes for Analysis
- Chapter 3. Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Values, Attitudes, and Beliefs
- Analyzing Manifest and Latent Contents
- The Materials and Meanings of Human Production
- Analyzing Documents
- Analyzing Artifacts
- Analyzing Visual Images
- Analyzing Digital Materials
- The Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships in Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Analytic Exercises for Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials
- Sample Photograph
- Chapter 4. Analyzing Interviews: Preparing, Conducting, and Transcribing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Types of Interviews
- Participant Selection
- Interview Preparation, Scheduling, and Arrangements
- Asking Questions
- Transcribing
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Interviewing
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Chapter 5. Analyzing Interviews: Condensing and Coding
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Interview Condensation
- Analyzing Interviews Through Codes and Coding
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Interviewing
- Sample Interview Transcript
- Part II. Analyzing the Framework
- Chapter 6. Analyzing Qualitative Methodologies
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Theoretical Premises of Qualitative Research
- A Rationale for Qualitative Research
- Selected Methodologies of Qualitative Research and Analysis
- Mixed Methods
- On Genres
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Methodologies
- Supplemental Readings
- Chapter 7. Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Researching and Analyzing the Topic
- Analyzing the Literature
- Research Questions
- Site Selection
- Participant Selection
- Data Collection Methods
- Data Analysis Methods
- Presentation Modes
- Timeline Design
- Conceptual Frameworks
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Design
- Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Design
- Outline for a Qualitative Research Proposal
- Chapter 8. Analyzing Research Ethics
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- The Rules of Research
- Institutional Review Boards
- Researcher and Participant Relationships
- Ethics in Social Media Research
- Analyzing Ethical Ambiguity
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Research Ethics
- Analytic Exercises for Research Ethics
- Part III. Analytic Assemblage
- Chapter 9. Analysis to Synthesis: Condensing, Patterning, and Unifying
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- On Synthesis
- Condensing Large Amounts of Data
- Patterning Textual, Visual, and Digital Materials
- Unifying Seemingly Different Things
- Closure and Transition
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 10. Analysis to Synthesis: Understanding, Interpreting, and Theorizing
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Understanding Social Processes of Human Action, Reaction, and Interaction
- Interpreting the Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships of Social Life
- Theorizing
- CAQDAS
- On Credibility and Trustworthiness
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analysis to Synthesis
- Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis
- Sample Data for Analysis to Synthesis
- Chapter 11. Analytic Write-Ups
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Stylistic Approaches to Research Writing
- On Writing About the Major Elements of a Study
- Journal Article Submission and Publication
- Closure and Transition
- Resources for Analytic Write-Ups
- Analytic Exercises for Write-Ups
- Sample Abstracts for Analysis
- Chapter 12. Analytic Presentations and Professional Development
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- Paper Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Dramatic/Staged Readings
- Presenting Data Effectively
- Professional Networking
- Professional Development
- Analysis as a Lens, Filter, and Angle on Life
- Closure
- Resources for Presenting Qualitative Research and Professional Development as a Qualitative Researcher
- Analytic Exercises for Presentations and Professional Development
- Glossary
- References
- Index