Crafting Qualitative Research Questions: A Prequel to Design

The ability to articulate a research question is the essence of research design, and Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) A. Baker's book provides a heuristic for doing so. It dissects the anatomy of a qualitative research question, outlines the role of paradigms, and provides sample cases to guide readers in formulating their own research question.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc

The core of research design lies in the ability to effectively articulate your research question. The research question serves as the foundation of your study, encapsulating all the essential design elements. Drawing from over 20 years of extensive research experience, collaborative endeavors, and mentorship of doctoral students, author Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) A. Baker has developed a comprehensive research design heuristic. In this book, she delves into the intricacies of qualitative research questions, explores the role of paradigms in research design, offers strategies for utilizing the anatomy as a design heuristic, and presents illustrative cases that showcase the decision-making process of two researchers in formulating a qualitative inquiry. The book concludes with valuable guidance on transitioning from the research question to a compelling proposal. Throughout, the author includes helpful worksheets for readers to engage with as they refine their own research questions.

Weight: 192g
Dimension: 138 x 216 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781071819135