Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design

In the revised <strong>Fourth Edition</strong> of the best-selling text John W. Creswell and new co-author Cheryl N. Poth explore the philosophical underpinnings history and key elements of five qualitative inquiry approaches: narrative research phenomenology grounded theory ethnography and case study. Preserving Creswell's signature writing style the authors compare the approaches and relate research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry in a highly accessible manner. Featuring new content articles pedagogy references and expanded coverage of ethics throughout the <strong>Fourth Edition</strong> is an ideal introduction to the theories strategies and practices of qualitative inquiry.