Qualitative Longitudinal Methods
Researching Implementation and Change
1st Edition
Published on 22. December 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-5063-9579-1 (ISBN)
Description
Mary Lynne Derrington's Qualitative Longitudinal Methods: Researching Implementation and Change addresses the use of the qualitative longitudinal methods, their unique methodological features, and the challenges and benefits to this approach. This short supplemental text uses examples of published studies, and the author's own stories and examples, to show application of the concepts. A chapter on how to prepare a manuscript for publication concentrates on the distinctive aspects of publishing longitudinal studies. The book will be useful to those researching change and its impact on organizations and individuals resulting from the implementation of programs and policies.
Reviews / Votes
"Dr. Derrington covers an area that's often hard to cover, and she does it succinctly and clearly and rigorously. That's what we need in qualitative research endeavors. Instead of spending time apologizing that our methods are not quantitative, spend more time explaining what is we do as qualitative researchers. Derrington communicates it well!" -- Tim Atkinson "The material presented in the book provides information to qualitative researchers interested in conducting longitudinal studies. The information helps researchers build on their qualitative research skills." -- Lydia Kyei-Blankson "This book explores the intricacies of longitudinal qualitative research. It shares many of the pragmatic concerns centered in this research method. The author provides numerous examples to make this text come alive and provide models for researchers." -- Diane Barone "Mary Lynne Derrington provides clarity of purpose and intent about longitudinal research methods and approaches in a way that supports examining change over time. This is a book that I will use and recommend to others." -- Sally J. ZepedaMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Thousand Oaks
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Weight
160 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5063-9579-1 (9781506395791)
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Content
Preface
Why I Wrote This Book
Organization of the Book
Acknowledgements
Reviewers to Acknowledge
About the Author
Chapter 1. The Benefits and Challenges of Longitudinal Qualitative Studies
Describing Longitudinal Research
Qualitative Basics: A Review
The Value of Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
The Challenges of Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 2. Designing Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
Design Basics in Qualitative Research
Expansion of the Basic Design
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 3. Building on Qualitative Research With a Longitudinal Design
Historical Studies
Trend Studies
Ethnography
Autoethnography
Grounded Theory
Case Studies
Combined Methodologies and Methods
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 4. Perspectives on the Two-Way Research Relationship
Balancing Personal and Professional Relationships With Participants
Giving Back to Participants
Ethical Considerations and Dilemmas
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 5. Management of Longitudinal Data Throughout a Study
Keeping Coding Timely and Ongoing
Effective Organization
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 6. Longitudinal Data Analysis
Approaches to Data Analysis
Visual Representations
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 7. Preparing a Longitudinal Study for Publication
Digging Deeply for Meaning
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 8. Conclusion: Legacies, Lessons, and Change
Leaving a Legacy
Learning From a Diary of Lessons
Checklist of Lessons
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
References
Appendix: Picturing Policy Implementation: An Ethnography of a Local Network, A Case Study by Pam Carter
Index
Why I Wrote This Book
Organization of the Book
Acknowledgements
Reviewers to Acknowledge
About the Author
Chapter 1. The Benefits and Challenges of Longitudinal Qualitative Studies
Describing Longitudinal Research
Qualitative Basics: A Review
The Value of Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
The Challenges of Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 2. Designing Qualitative Longitudinal Studies
Design Basics in Qualitative Research
Expansion of the Basic Design
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 3. Building on Qualitative Research With a Longitudinal Design
Historical Studies
Trend Studies
Ethnography
Autoethnography
Grounded Theory
Case Studies
Combined Methodologies and Methods
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 4. Perspectives on the Two-Way Research Relationship
Balancing Personal and Professional Relationships With Participants
Giving Back to Participants
Ethical Considerations and Dilemmas
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 5. Management of Longitudinal Data Throughout a Study
Keeping Coding Timely and Ongoing
Effective Organization
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 6. Longitudinal Data Analysis
Approaches to Data Analysis
Visual Representations
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 7. Preparing a Longitudinal Study for Publication
Digging Deeply for Meaning
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
Chapter 8. Conclusion: Legacies, Lessons, and Change
Leaving a Legacy
Learning From a Diary of Lessons
Checklist of Lessons
Chapter Summary
Reflection Questions and Application Activities
References
Appendix: Picturing Policy Implementation: An Ethnography of a Local Network, A Case Study by Pam Carter
Index