Full Description
With a focus on critical orientations and equity methodologies Making a Qualitative Difference is a timely book which aims to support doctoral students and their advisors in negotiating the process of writing qualitative dissertations. The book opens up a discussion about stance, programs and purpose, providing guidance for negotiating a successful doctoral experience.
The book draws on the authors' experiences as well as their analyses of national surveys, interviews of doctoral students, graduates and their advisors and research participants, in order to provide practical advice for every experience prior to, during, and after writing a critical qualitative dissertation.
Contents
Introduction
Section I: Critical Qualitative Research
Why Critical Qualitative Research?
What is Critical Qualitative Research?
Section II:
Motives, Moves and Expectations: do you really want a Ph.D.?
The Ph.D. Application: presenting your best self
Post Admission: making wise decisions and bringing your "A" game
Section III:
The Dissertation: practicalities and processes
Pitfalls and Challenges: keeping your eye on the prize
The Defense: preparing for and engaging in critical qualitative talk
Section IV: After the Doctorate
Finding Paths to Power: making your qualitative study matter
What's Next?
