Sage Publications Criminological Research: Understanding Qualitative Methods (Introducing Qualitative Methods series)

Good research starts with careful planning and a thorough understanding of the research process. The abilities to design a research study and to evaluate those conducted by others are core skills every student of criminology must learn. With guidance from theoretical considerations through the steps of the research process, this book equips you with the necessary tools to carry out a successful, ethical study. This is a completely updated new edition, and it features A new skills-focused chapter on how to evaluate existing qualitative studies and design new ones Rich examples from real research making the ideas and concepts concrete New in-depth case studies on fashion counterfeiting, electronic monitoring and youth justice to illustrate the realities of conducting qualitative research A full discussion of the politics of research, issues of access, ethics and managing risk in the field Thought-provoking exercises reinforce practical research skills This book is the perfect guide to theory and practice for any student undertaking qualitative research on crime or criminal justice. Review ‘Informed by real-life research challenges and contemporary issues, this new edition of Criminological Research deepens our understanding of both the politics of research and the research process. This is a must-read guide for anyone embarking on qualitative research in the areas of crime and justice.’ -- Loraine Gelsthorpe ′Criminological Research is a must-read for anyone interested in criminological knowledge-generation. Wincup provides a lucid description of how to do qualitative research, and a thoughtful account of the place and contributions of qualitative scholarship in criminology.′ -- Jody Miller ′The second edition of this introductory text explains the practical and theoretical issues in using qualitative methods, with well-chosen examples.   The chapter on getting access will inspire a new generation of researchers to conduct fieldwork.′ -- Max Travers About the Author I joined the Joseph Rowntree Foundation in 2019 after an academic career spanning over 20 years, teaching and researching criminology and criminal justice. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation is a UK-based independent social change organisation working to solve UK poverty. In my role as research manager I have particular responsibility for qualitative research.