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Writing the Qualitative Dissertation: Understanding by Doing

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When I work with my clients to plan their dissertation research, I usually advise against doing a qualitative dissertation due to its numerous challenges. However, to those clients who choose to do a qualitative dissertation, I recommend this book. Meloy demystifies the qualitative dissertation, offering practical, step-by step advice. Her book is indispensable for any student doing qualitative research, no matter what the subject area.

Great overview of the "feel" in doing a qualitative dissertation. Good bibliography that gets you in the right direction. Don't expect too much methodological depth -- just several very honest people talking about the process from start to finish. I found it very helpful for me right now (I have a topic and will be defending my proposal in a month). If you are at this stage, highly recommended.

This book was very helpful to me in the sense that it made me realize that the doubts and anxiety that I am experiencing in choosing a qualitative dissertation are real. It provided me with assurances that this is not an easy process, yet providing encouragement that it is possible. Lastly, it provided the pros/cons to a qualitative dissertation, the questions to address, and how to deal with the obstacles.