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Ethnography and Qualitative Design in Educational Research

Published 12 May 1984
Margaret D. LeCompte, Judith Preissle, Renata Tesch
Citations4,305

TL;DR

This paper discusses the role of theory in the research process, and the importance of data collection strategies in the selection of a research design.

Abstract

Characteristics and Origins of Qualitative and Ethnographic Research in Education. Considerations on Selecting a Research Design. Selecting and Sampling in Qualitative Research. The Role and Experience of the Researcher. The Role of Theory in the Research Process. Data Collection Strategies. Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data. Personal Computers in Qualitative Research. Evaluating Qualitative Design. References. Author Index. Subject Index.

Keywords

Computer Science