Books in the The 'What is?' Research Methods Series series

This book illuminates the problems and perspectives of qualitative research and offers researchers a comprehensive overview of the various types of .

"Provides an easy to access introduction to GIS for researchers and academics from the social sciences looking to learn more about how to understand and present geospatial data"--

What is Online Research? is a straightforward, accessible introduction to social research online. The book covers the key issues and concerns, with sections on design,ethics and good practice. It will be key reading for social scientists of all levels.

This pioneering text will present cutting-edge readings of the social sciences through the lens of narrative research.

What are Qualitative Research Ethics? is a short, accessible guide to the key issues in qualitative research. The book covers new online practices as well as traditional methods, offering a broad but succinct overview. At a time when ethical issues are becoming ever more complex, it is a key resource for graduates and researchers.

This book shows researchers and students how to begin with key questions and theories and the best interviewing tactic to take. What is Qualitative Interviewing? addresses the changes brought by new technologies as well as various enduring issues such as asking and listening, the implications of power dynamics.