Participant Observation A Guide for Fieldworkers |
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| Author:
| (DeWalt), Kathleen Musante
DeWalt, Billie R. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7591-1927-7 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2010 |
| Publisher: | AltaMira Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $60.00 |
Book Description:
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Qualitative research in such diverse areas as anthropology, sociology, education, nursing, and medical research draws on the insights gained through the use of participant observation for gaining greater understanding of phenomena from the point of view of participants. This book serves as a basic primer for the beginning researcher and as a useful reference and guide for experienced researchers who wish to re-examine their own skills and abilities in light of best practices of...
More DescriptionQualitative research in such diverse areas as anthropology, sociology, education, nursing, and medical research draws on the insights gained through the use of participant observation for gaining greater understanding of phenomena from the point of view of participants. This book serves as a basic primer for the beginning researcher and as a useful reference and guide for experienced researchers who wish to re-examine their own skills and abilities in light of best practices of participant observation.