Qualitative Research Methods for Media Studies Contributor(s): Brennen, Bonnie S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138219215 ISBN-13: 9781138219212 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $188.10 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Media Studies |
Dewey: 302.230 |
LCCN: 2017002793 |
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6" W x 9" (1.13 lbs) 246 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Qualitative Research Methods for Media Studies provides students and researchers with the tools they need to perform critically engaged, theoretically informed research using methods that include interviewing, focus groups, historical research, oral histories, ethnography and participant observation, textual analysis and online research. Each chapter features step-by-step instructions that integrate theory with practice, as well as a case study drawn from published research demonstrating best practices for media scholars. Readers will also find in-depth discussions of the challenges and ethical issues that may confront researchers using a qualitative approach. Qualitative research does not offer easy answers, simple truths or precise measurements, but this book provides a comprehensive and accessible guide for those hoping to explore this rich vein of research methodology. With new case studies throughout, this new edition includes updated material on digital technologies, including discussion of doing online research and using data to give students the tools they need to work in today's convergent media environment. |