Doing Qualitative Desk-Based Research: A Practical Guide to Writing an Excellent Dissertation

Are you planning a desk-based qualitative research project, but aren't sure how to get started? This essential book provides all the guidance and advice you'll need to complete your project. Using two key visual pedagogical tools, the Metaphorical Tent and the Research Triangle, the book shows you how to produce vibrant and stimulating in-depth qualitative research that draws on high-quality data readily available via the internet. The book - takes you through the research process step-by-step, from choosing a topic to writing up conclusions; - examines a wide range of written, visual and audio data sources; - includes helpful case studies to demonstrate the practical application of concepts. Concise, practical and jam-packed with valuable tips, features and examples, this book will enable you to complete a successful desk-based research project you can be proud of.