A 2021 AERA Qualitative Research SIG Outstanding Book Award winner
Focus Groups: Culturally Responsive Approaches for Qualitative Inquiry
and Program Evaluation takes an in-depth look at how
culturally-responsive focus groups are developed and implemented within
the context of qualitative inquiry broadly, and program evaluation more
specifically. The book showcases various forms of focus groups and how
they can be responsive to specific communities across different
disciplines. This book provides:
- an historical perspective on focus groups
- a theoretical foundation helpful for supporting focus groups with
marginalized groups, vulnerable populations (older adults, children),
and participants within non-Western settings
- basic procedures for conducting focus groups
- guidelines for cultural responsiveness and
- case examples of alternative approaches to focus groups that target
specific communities and those in different contexts.
It also considers ethical issues around the use of culturally responsive
focus groups, while providing guidance on analyzing and interpreting
your data and establishing the credibility of your study. Focus Groups
is an information rich resource for qualitative researchers and program
evaluators at various levels who want to learn about or enhance their
knowledge on designing and conducting culturally responsive focus
groups.
Perfect for courses such as:
Foundations of Culturally Responsive Focus Groups Culturally Responsive
Approaches to Program Evaluation Practicing Qualitative Program
Evaluation Qualitative Research: Culturally Responsive Methods Focus
Groups in Research Introduction to Qualitative Methods Methods in
Educational Research Program Evaluation Practice Designing Qualitative
Research
