Qualitative Research
Analyzing Life

Second Edition

Johnny Saldana - Arizona State University, USA
Matt Omasta - Utah State University, USA

Other Titles in:
Qualitative Methods | Qualitative Research (General)

April 2021 | 360 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc

Qualitative Research: Analyzing Life, Second Edition presents a fresh approach to teaching and learning qualitative methods for social inquiry—one that focuses on analysis from the very beginning of the text. By exploring qualitative research through a unique analytic lens, then cumulatively elaborating on methods in each successive chapter, this innovative work cultivates a skill set and literacy base that prepares readers to work strategically with empirical materials in their own fieldwork. Johnny Saldaña and Matt Omasta combine clear, accessible writing and analytic insight to show that analysis, in its broadest sense, is a process undertaken throughout the entire research experience. The Second Edition provides a number of updates including more on digital materials and methods, including sentiment analysis of social media data, and ethics in social media research.

Resources for instructors and students are available on a website to accompany the book at: https://edge.sagepub.com/saldanaomasta2e

List of Displays

Preface

The Organization and Through-Line of the Book

The Coauthors’ Approach

To the Instructor

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

Part I. Analyzing Qualitative Data

Chapter 1. Introduction: Analyzing Life

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Developing Fundamental Qualitative Analytic Skills

On Qualitative Data Analysis—and Life

Closure and Transition

Resources for an Introduction to Qualitative Analysis

Analytic Exercises

Sample Data for Analysis

Chapter 2. Analyzing Field Sites

Learning Objectives

Introduction

On Culture

Observation Settings

The Observer’s Frames

Field Notes

Technical Matters of Fieldwork and Field Notes

Analyzing Observations of Social Life

Closure and Transition

Resources for Participant Observation

Analytic Exercises for Participant Observation

Sample Field Notes for Analysis

Chapter 3. Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials

Learning Objectives

Introduction

On Values, Attitudes, and Beliefs

Analyzing Manifest and Latent Contents

The Materials and Meanings of Human Production

Analyzing Documents

Analyzing Artifacts

Analyzing Visual Images

Analyzing Digital Materials

The Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships in Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials

Closure and Transition

Resources for Analyzing Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials

Analytic Exercises for Documents, Artifacts, Visual Images, and Digital Materials

Sample Photograph

Chapter 4. Analyzing Interviews: Preparing, Conducting, and Transcribing

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Types of Interviews

Participant Selection

Interview Preparation, Scheduling, and Arrangements

Asking Questions

Transcribing

Closure and Transition

Resources for Interviewing

Analytic Exercises for Interviewing

Chapter 5. Analyzing Interviews: Condensing and Coding

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Interview Condensation

Analyzing Interviews Through Codes and Coding

Closure and Transition

Analytic Exercises for Interviewing

Sample Interview Transcript

Part II. Analyzing the Framework

Chapter 6. Analyzing Qualitative Methodologies

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Theoretical Premises of Qualitative Research

A Rationale for Qualitative Research

Selected Methodologies of Qualitative Research and Analysis

Mixed Methods

On Genres

Closure and Transition

Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Methodologies

Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Methodologies

Supplemental Readings

Chapter 7. Analyzing Qualitative Research Design

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Researching and Analyzing the Topic

Analyzing the Literature

Research Questions

Site Selection

Participant Selection

Data Collection Methods

Data Analysis Methods

Presentation Modes

Timeline Design

Conceptual Frameworks

Closure and Transition

Resources for Analyzing Qualitative Research Design

Analytic Exercises for Qualitative Research Design

Outline for a Qualitative Research Proposal

Chapter 8. Analyzing Research Ethics

Learning Objectives

Introduction

The Rules of Research

Institutional Review Boards

Researcher and Participant Relationships

Ethics in Social Media Research

Analyzing Ethical Ambiguity

Closure and Transition

Resources for Research Ethics

Analytic Exercises for Research Ethics

Part III. Analytic Assemblage

Chapter 9. Analysis to Synthesis: Condensing, Patterning, and Unifying

Learning Objectives

Introduction

On Synthesis

Condensing Large Amounts of Data

Patterning Textual, Visual, and Digital Materials

Unifying Seemingly Different Things

Closure and Transition

Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis

Chapter 10. Analysis to Synthesis: Understanding, Interpreting, and Theorizing

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Understanding Social Processes of Human Action, Reaction, and Interaction

Interpreting the Routines, Rituals, Rules, Roles, and Relationships of Social Life

Theorizing

CAQDAS

On Credibility and Trustworthiness

Closure and Transition

Resources for Analysis to Synthesis

Analytic Exercises for Analysis to Synthesis

Sample Data for Analysis to Synthesis

Chapter 11. Analytic Write-Ups

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Stylistic Approaches to Research Writing

On Writing About the Major Elements of a Study

Journal Article Submission and Publication

Closure and Transition

Resources for Analytic Write-Ups

Analytic Exercises for Write-Ups

Sample Abstracts for Analysis

Chapter 12. Analytic Presentations and Professional Development

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Paper Presentations

Poster Presentations

Dramatic/Staged Readings

Presenting Data Effectively

Professional Networking

Professional Development

Analysis as a Lens, Filter, and Angle on Life

Closure

Resources for Presenting Qualitative Research and Professional Development as a Qualitative Researcher

Analytic Exercises for Presentations and Professional Development

Glossary

References

Index

Supplements

Instructor Resources

Password-protected Instructor Resources include the following:

Word test bank offers a diverse set of test questions and answers for each chapter of the book. Questions of various types are provided for every chapter to help instructors assess students' progress and understanding.
Editable, chapter-specific Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides offer you complete flexibility in easily creating a multimedia presentation for your course.
Sample course syllabi for semester and quarter courses provide suggested models for use when creating the syllabi for your courses.
Additional recommended readings provide a jumping-off point for course assignments, papers, research, group work, and class discussion.
Full transcripts of the interviews in the book are provided so students can practice coding more easily.

Student Resources

The open-access Student Study Site includes the following:

Additional recommended readings provide a jumping-off point for course assignments, papers, research, group work, and class discussion.
Full transcripts of the interviews in the book are provided so students can practice coding more easily.

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July 23, 2021

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