Download or read book Qualitative Research in Education: A User's Guide written by Marilyn Lichtman and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2012-01-20 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helping education students become savvy qualitative researchers Qualitative Research in Education: A User's Guide, Third Edition continues to bring together the essential elements of qualitative research, including traditions and influences in the field and practical, step-by-step coverage of each stage of the research process. Synthesizing the best thinking on conducting qualitative research in education, author Marilyn Lichtman uses a conversational writing style that draws readers into the excitement of the research process. Real-world examples provide both practical and theoretical information, helping readers understand abstract ideas and apply them to their own research.