Doing Rapid Qualitative Research
Doing Rapid Qualitative Research by Cecilia Vindrola-Padros, published by SAGE Publications, Limited in 2021, is a comprehensive guide designed for those working in time-sensitive research contexts. This 200-page book addresses the challenges of conducting qualitative research under constraints of time and resources, offering practical strategies to deliver findings that inform decision-making. It introduces the concept of rapid qualitative research and emphasizes the importance of making informed choices that maintain research rigor.
Readers will find real-world examples that illustrate both the benefits and challenges of rapid qualitative research designs. The book covers essential aspects such as when and why to use these methods, along with practical exercises and discussion questions to enhance learning. Additionally, it includes two case study chapters that showcase rapid research in action, making it a valuable resource for researchers and students in fields like medical and social science. This edition serves as a practical companion for anyone looking to adapt qualitative methods to meet urgent research needs.
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If you are working in a time-sensitive context, need to deliver research findings so they can be used to inform decisions, or are finding it difficult to access research funding for long-term qualitative research, this book will help you. Introducing ‘rapid qualitative research’, it demonstrates how you can conduct high quality qualitative research within time, access and resource constraints.
The book uses real world examples to illustrate the benefits and challenges of using rapid qualitative research designs. Focusing on the when, why and how, it explains the difference between cutting corners and making quick, well-informed research choices that support rigorous, credible research. Key features of the book include discussion questions and exercises for you to reflect on and apply your learning, as well as two case study chapters of real-world research so you can see rapid research in action. Written by the world’s leading expert on this subject, this book contains the theoretical and practical nuts and bolts you need to reframe existing qualitative methods, speed up your research, and make tangible contributions to your field. It is the perfect companion for any researcher, final-year undergraduate or postgraduate student looking to conduct rapid, but rigorous, qualitative research.
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