NEW! Thorough and extensive updating of references and examples for qualitative research--Nearly 200 new references have been added, including many new online sources. Reflects currency and changes in the field. 

NEW! Updated exercises built into the text-- Designed as practical guides to help students through the process of preparing a qualitative research proposal. Now even more practical and clearer in their focus and intent, these exercises offer a hands-on learning environment for readers.  Utilizes practical examples to teach students how to recognize each skill based on their own personal skills and modify those skills to meet the needs of the field. 

NEW! Reorganization of chapter content-- Keeps the central vision and skills of qualitative research at the forefront, making for a more practical and user-friendly text.