Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education: Revised and Expanded from Case Study Research in Education [Paperback]

Sharan B. Merriam (Author)

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Publication Date: September 15, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0787910090 | ISBN-13: 978-0787910099 | Edition: 2

An invaluable resource--one that will open up the conceptual world of qualitative research and provide the step-by-step direction needed to translate those concepts into practice.
-- M. Carolyn Clark, Department of Educational Human Resource Development, College of Education, Texas A&M University

Since Merriam's definitive Case Study Research in Education first appeared in 1988, significant advances have occurred in the field of qualitative research. To meet the demand for a book that reflects these important changes, Merriam has completely revised and updated her classic work.

Timely, authoritative, and approachable, Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education is a practical resource that offers the information and guidance needed to manage all phases of the qualitative and case study research process.

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"Those new to qualitative research will find this book an invaluable resource--one that will open up the conceptual world of qualitative research and provide the step-by-step direction needed to translate those concepts into practice." (M. Carolyn Clark, Department of Educational Human Resource Development, College of Education, Texas A&M University)

"Sharan Merriam has added ten years of experience and scholarship to the new edition and it shows throughout. . . . a comprehensive and useful treatment of educational case study research." (Michael Quinn Patton, author of Qualitative Evaluation and Research Methods and Utilization-Focused Evaluation)

"Whether novice or experienced in qualitative research in education, readers will benefit from the systematic treatment of this arena through grounded practice and superb scholarship." (Brian Findsen, senior lecturer in adult education, The University of Auckland)

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Since Sharan B. Merriam's definitive book Case Study Research in Education first appeared in 1988, significant advances have occured in the field of qualitative research. To meet the demand for a book that reflects these important changes, Merriam has completely revised and updated her classic work.Timely, authoritative, and approachable, Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education is a practical resource that offers teh information and guidance needed to manage all phaes of the qualitiative and case study research process.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 2 edition (September 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787910090
• ISBN-13: 978-0787910099
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #106,539 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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More About the Author

Sharan B. Merriam is professor of adult education at the University of Georgia. She is the author, coauthor, or editor of numerous books, including Learning in Adulthood, The Profession and Practice of Adult Education, and Third Update on Adult Learning Theory.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Case Study Researchers buy this book, June 25, 2002

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This review is from: Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education: Revised and Expanded from Case Study Research in Education (Paperback)

I am a Ph.D. student working on my dissertation in case study research. This book is right on target for academic researchers using a case study approach. If you don't know anything about the process, you need this book. If you think you already know this process, you need this book.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful and helpful, June 29, 2004

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This review is from: Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education: Revised and Expanded from Case Study Research in Education (Paperback)

I recommend this book for anyone with zero or nearly zero knowledge about qualitative research and case study. Even though the majority of the examples are for education field, the generic explanation is very clear. The book guided me step by step by giving bit by bit necessary information regarding the topic.
This book is an exhibit of the author's experiences in the topic as well as her mastery of the story-telling flow without trapped in informal way of writing. The author did very well in explaning "new" terms, so that novice reader does not need to struggle to understand the qualitative research and case study research jargon.
However, there are some shallow discussions on some parts, like computer tools for data management. The author, however, provided an array of further reading materials to consult.
My advice is if you confused by any other books or any description about the topic, especially about the jargon, read this book. When you finish this book, and you return to read those other books, your earlier confusion will disappear.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Accessible and comprehensive, April 15, 2007

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This review is from: Qualitative Research and Case Study Applications in Education: Revised and Expanded from Case Study Research in Education (Paperback)

For a relatively short book this is an extremely comprehensive, practical, and accessible guide to case studies in education. Since reading it for my dissertation, I've referred to it several times for other projects. I've also strongly recommended it in my classes and for students conducting their theses. It gives both the hows and whys of case studies...motivational and informative.