Using Q Method in Qualitative Research

Auteurs-es

  • Pnina Shinebourne Birkbeck, University of London

Résumé

In this paper the author outlines the features of Q method and assesses its suitability as a qualitative research method. She discusses the process of using the method and its particular approach to researching the range and diversity of subjective understandings, beliefs, and experiences. Q method is particularly suitable for identifying commonality and diversity and has a powerful capacity for thematic identification and analysis. In the author’s view, Q method makes a contribution to expanding the repertoire of qualitative research methods.

Biographie de l'auteur-e

Pnina Shinebourne, Birkbeck, University of London

School of Psychology, Birkbeck, University of London

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Publié-e

2009-03-31

Numéro

Vol. 8 No. 1 (2009)

Rubrique

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