Qualitative Research Methods: Public Policy and Evaluation [Hardcover]

Language: English. ABOUT THE BOOK: The book is based on three significant themes namely, 'Qualitative Research Methodology', 'Public Policy' and 'Impact Analysis'. All qualitative research methods and techniques are explained in detail with practical examples. Selection of themes, identification of locale, formation of groups, procedures and techniques of sampling, generation of narrative and audiovisual data and validation of results are derived through active participation of actors. How researcher and actors as copartners are inspired, informed and involved in research processes and endeavor to get the truth. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of data are conducted to get substantial evidence for the formulation or modification of existing public policy. New approaches to policy research are linked to complex problems, issues, and challenges. These have given rise to new methods of inquiry which allow deeplevel interpretations beyond the surfacelevel reception of policy positions and statements. Policy planning is a perpetual search or indepth analysis of data or wide range of data to get substantial evidence in order to devise actions for better results. Metric and nonmetric techniques have been used to identify the impact. Pre and post period analysis of data provides cues for further actions. Preparation and presentation of a research report is one of the most important of research processes. It needs to address the audiences more effectively. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dr. D.R. Kapoor, M.A. (Eco), M.Ed., Ph.D., KAS, is formerly HOD Center for Educational Research, MIER, Jammu; and National Level Monitor, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. He has been awarded teacher fellowship by ICSSR, New Delhi (19821983). He is honored with d Rashtriya Gaurav Award in 2010 by India International Friendship Society, New Delhi. He has four books to his credit namely 'Education and National Development', 'HandBook of Cooperative Audit,' 'Dynamics of Learning Organizations' and 'Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques'. He has completed ten projects and 20 research papers published in various National and International Journals. Being a member of Kashmir Administrative Services, he has served in various capacities as Jt. Registrar Banking & Finance; Chief Executive Officer, KVIB (J&K); Addl. Secretary to Govt. of Jammu & Kashmir; and Jt. Commissioner & Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation. He is a Guest Faculty Member of J & K Institute of Public Administration, Management and Rural Development (IMPA). At present, has been empanelled as Inspecting Authority (201720019) for MAEF by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India. He is also Chairman, Sahyog India (NGO) and Project DirectorSahyog & Brooke PEWUKatra. Ms. Puja Saigal is a postgraduate in commerce from the University of Jammu and M.Phil in Management. At present, she has been in teaching profession and has completed one research project and two research papers published in National and International Journals. CONTENTS: Foreword . 15 Preface . 17 Acknowledgements . 21 Structure of the Book . 23 UNIT 1: QUALITATIVE RESEARCH 1. Research Paradigms . 27 1.1 What is a Research Paradigm? 2. Qualitative Research: Meaning, Nature and Methodology . 45 2.1 What is Qualitative Research? 2.2 Cardinal Principles of Qualitative Research 2.5 Identification of Problem 2.6 Research Questions 2.7 Qualitative Toolbox 2.8 Qualitative Research Approach 2.9 Qualitative Investigation Design 2.10 Planning of Qualitative Research 2.11 Sampling 2.12 Tools and Techniques of Qualitative Research 2.13 Data Analysis 2.14 Interpretation 2.15 Styles of Writing 2.16 Criteria for Evaluation 2.17 Quantitative Verses Qualitative Method of Investigation 2.18 Seven Questions about Qualitative Research UNIT 2: FORMULATION OF PROJECT 3. Selection of Problem and its Sources . 73 3.1 Selection of Problem 3.2 Selection of the Problem should be Viewed from two angles 3.3 Sources 4. Review of L.…