TY - BOOK AU - Rossman,Gretchen B AU - Rallis, Sharon F TI - Learning in the field: an introduction to qualitative research SN - 9781412980487 U1 - 300.72 PY - 2012/// CY - Los Angeles PB - Sage KW - Qualitative research KW - Social sciences KW - Research KW - Methodology N1 - This book provides an introduction to qualitative research, leading the new researcher into the field by explaining the core concepts through theory, research, and applied examples. The authors introduce each chapter with discussions among three characters-Ruth, Marla, and Anthony-students whose research projects demonstrate the challenges and excitement of qualitative research. Woven into the chapters and the characters' stories are three themes that are the heart of the book: First, research is about learning; second, research can and should be useful; and finally, a researcher should practice the highest ethical standards to ensure that a study is trustworthy ER -