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Listening To People: A Practical Guide To Interviewing, Participant Observation, Data Analysis, And Writing It All Up (Chicago G
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A Downtoearth, Practical Guide For Interview And Participant Observation And Analysis.Indepth Interviews And Close Observation Are Essential To The Work Of Social Scientists, But Inserting Ones Researcherself Into The Lives Of Others Can Be Daunting, Especially Early On. Esteemed Sociologist Annette Lareau Is Here To Help. Lareaus Clear, Insightful, And Personal Guide Is Not Your Average Methods Text. It Promises To Reduce Researcher Anxiety While Illuminating The Best Methods For Firstrate Research Practice.As The Title Of This Book Suggests, Lareau Considers Listening To Be The Core Element Of Interviewing And Observation. A Researcher Must Listen To People As She Collects Data, Listen To Feedback As She Describes What She Is Learning, Listen To The Findings Of Others As They Delve Into The Existing Literature On Topics, And Listen To Herself In Order To Sift And Prioritize Some Aspects Of The Study Over Others. By Listening In These Different Ways, Researchers Will Discover Connections, Reconsider Assumptions, Catch Mistakes, Develop And Assess New Ideas, Weigh Priorities, Ponder New Directions, And Undertake Numerous Adjustmentsall Of Which Will Make Their Contributions Clearer And More Valuable.Accessibly Written And Full Of Practical, Easytofollow Guidance, This Book Will Help Both Novice And Experienced Researchers To Do Their Very Best Work. Qualitative Research Is An Inherently Uncertain Project, But With Lareaus Help, You Can Alleviate Anxiety And Focus On Success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Listening to People'? A: The book primarily focuses on the importance of interviewing and participant observation in qualitative research, emphasizing the role of listening in the data collection process.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Listening to People' is Annette Lareau, an esteemed sociologist known for her work in qualitative research methods.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as designing research studies, planning interviews, navigating IRB processes, and analyzing data, along with practical tips for conducting interviews.
- Q: Is this book suitable for novice researchers? A: Yes, the book is written to be accessible and helpful for both novice and experienced researchers, providing practical guidance for conducting qualitative research.
- Q: When was 'Listening to People' published? A: The book was published on October 15, 2021.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 333 pages.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to effectively conduct interviews, analyze qualitative data, and the significance of listening throughout the research process.
- Q: Does this book include real-life examples? A: Yes, the book includes real-life interviews with notes that highlight effective probing techniques and common challenges faced during interviews.
- Q: What is the overall goal of 'Listening to People'? A: The overall goal of the book is to reduce researcher anxiety and provide clear methods that enhance the quality of qualitative research.