A Qualitative Analysis of the Process of Forgetting (Classic Reprint)

A Qualitative Analysis of the Process of Forgetting (Classic Reprint)

Author: Harold R. Crosland

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2016-09-30

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 9781333795801

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Excerpt from A Qualitative Analysis of the Process of Forgetting The investigation which is here reported attempts to determine what qualitative changes of memorial content take place with the lapse of time. Our procedure has consisted in making a series of cross-sections through an individual's remembrance of a given experience, and then in examining and comparing the contents of these various cross-sections with a View to discovering what changes are revealed. It was hoped by this means to supplement the investigations in which Ebbinghaus and others have deter mined the quantitative relations oi the process of forgetting. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


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Download or read book A Qualitative Analysis of the Process of Forgetting (Classic Reprint) written by Harold R. Crosland and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-09-30 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from A Qualitative Analysis of the Process of Forgetting The investigation which is here reported attempts to determine what qualitative changes of memorial content take place with the lapse of time. Our procedure has consisted in making a series of cross-sections through an individual's remembrance of a given experience, and then in examining and comparing the contents of these various cross-sections with a View to discovering what changes are revealed. It was hoped by this means to supplement the investigations in which Ebbinghaus and others have deter mined the quantitative relations oi the process of forgetting. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


Qualitative Research from Start to Finish, First Edition

Qualitative Research from Start to Finish, First Edition

Author: Robert K. Yin

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2011-09-26

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 1606239783

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This lively, practical text presents a fresh and comprehensive approach to doing qualitative research. The book offers a unique balance of theory and clear-cut choices for customizing every phase of a qualitative study. A scholarly mix of classic and contemporary studies from multiple disciplines provides compelling, field-based examples of the full range of qualitative approaches. Readers learn about adaptive ways of designing studies, collecting data, analyzing data, and reporting findings. Key aspects of the researcher's craft are addressed, such as fieldwork options, the five phases of data analysis (with and without using computer-based software), and how to incorporate the researcher's “declarative” and “reflective” selves into a final report. Ideal for graduate-level courses, the text includes:* Discussions of ethnography, grounded theory, phenomenology, feminist research, and other approaches.* Instructions for creating a study bank to get a new study started.* End-of-chapter exercises and a semester-long, field-based project.* Quick study boxes, research vignettes, sample studies, and a glossary.* Previews for sections within chapters, and chapter recaps.* Discussion of the place of qualitative research among other social science methods, including mixed methods research.


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Download or read book Qualitative Research from Start to Finish, First Edition written by Robert K. Yin and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2011-09-26 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This lively, practical text presents a fresh and comprehensive approach to doing qualitative research. The book offers a unique balance of theory and clear-cut choices for customizing every phase of a qualitative study. A scholarly mix of classic and contemporary studies from multiple disciplines provides compelling, field-based examples of the full range of qualitative approaches. Readers learn about adaptive ways of designing studies, collecting data, analyzing data, and reporting findings. Key aspects of the researcher's craft are addressed, such as fieldwork options, the five phases of data analysis (with and without using computer-based software), and how to incorporate the researcher's “declarative” and “reflective” selves into a final report. Ideal for graduate-level courses, the text includes:* Discussions of ethnography, grounded theory, phenomenology, feminist research, and other approaches.* Instructions for creating a study bank to get a new study started.* End-of-chapter exercises and a semester-long, field-based project.* Quick study boxes, research vignettes, sample studies, and a glossary.* Previews for sections within chapters, and chapter recaps.* Discussion of the place of qualitative research among other social science methods, including mixed methods research.


Psychology, Its Facts and Principles

Psychology, Its Facts and Principles

Author: Harry Levi Hollingworth

Publisher:

Published: 1928

Total Pages: 576

ISBN-13:

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Lecture Notes on Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint)

Lecture Notes on Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint)

Author: Henry B. Hill

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-10-13

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 9780266281962

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Excerpt from Lecture Notes on Qualitative Analysis Although the advantages to be gained by teaching qualitative analysis by lecture are sufficiently obvious, it is a serious disadvantage to the student that the necessity of taking proper notes often pre vents him from seeing what takes place upon the lecture table. This little book was intended to give concisely the most important facts essential to intelligent work in the laboratory, and thus give the stu dent more leisure for observation in the lecture room. A comparative description of those compounds of bases and acids which are commonly found or used in analysis is first given, and after wards a method of separation which experience has proved to be suf ficiently simple and accurate, is briefly explained. This method of procedure from the properties. Of compounds to the methods of sepa ration will also serve to show the way in which the more difficult problems of analysis must be solved. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


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Download or read book Lecture Notes on Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint) written by Henry B. Hill and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-13 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Lecture Notes on Qualitative Analysis Although the advantages to be gained by teaching qualitative analysis by lecture are sufficiently obvious, it is a serious disadvantage to the student that the necessity of taking proper notes often pre vents him from seeing what takes place upon the lecture table. This little book was intended to give concisely the most important facts essential to intelligent work in the laboratory, and thus give the stu dent more leisure for observation in the lecture room. A comparative description of those compounds of bases and acids which are commonly found or used in analysis is first given, and after wards a method of separation which experience has proved to be suf ficiently simple and accurate, is briefly explained. This method of procedure from the properties. Of compounds to the methods of sepa ration will also serve to show the way in which the more difficult problems of analysis must be solved. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


The Elements of Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint)

The Elements of Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint)

Author: William Albert Noyes

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-11

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 9780260138422

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Excerpt from The Elements of Qualitative Analysis Two reasons have led to the writing of this book. One has been the desire to give to my classes a scheme for quali tative analysis in which points where a beginner is liable to make mistakes are especially guarded by careful and explicit directions for procedure. In this respect the book is the result of considerable experience with classes in the labora tory, where especial pains have been taken to discover the reasons for errors on the part of ordinary students. Quali tative analysis is of no value unless it leads to certain results, and the beginner needs to have it impressed upon his mind that certainty can only be attained by performing each operation in exactly the right way. In the author's opinion it is better to teach the student the right way at first, rather than to give only an outline and expect him to fill in the details of manipulation for himself. Every one who has had experience in the matter knows, however, that no amount of careful direction in a text-book can supply the place of constant watchfulness on the part of the instructor. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


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Download or read book The Elements of Qualitative Analysis (Classic Reprint) written by William Albert Noyes and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Elements of Qualitative Analysis Two reasons have led to the writing of this book. One has been the desire to give to my classes a scheme for quali tative analysis in which points where a beginner is liable to make mistakes are especially guarded by careful and explicit directions for procedure. In this respect the book is the result of considerable experience with classes in the labora tory, where especial pains have been taken to discover the reasons for errors on the part of ordinary students. Quali tative analysis is of no value unless it leads to certain results, and the beginner needs to have it impressed upon his mind that certainty can only be attained by performing each operation in exactly the right way. In the author's opinion it is better to teach the student the right way at first, rather than to give only an outline and expect him to fill in the details of manipulation for himself. Every one who has had experience in the matter knows, however, that no amount of careful direction in a text-book can supply the place of constant watchfulness on the part of the instructor. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


Elementary Qualitative Analysis

Elementary Qualitative Analysis

Author: Benton Dales

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-10-23

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 9780266616856

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Excerpt from Elementary Qualitative Analysis: A Laboratory Guide Tms manual is offered as a laboratory guide for stu dents of qualitative analysis who have had a year's work in general chemistry. It is the outgrowth of several years' experience with students registered in the varied courses of a university curriculum. The aim in the prep aration of the book has been to systematize the work as much as possible, yet to avoid encouraging rule of thumb work in the laboratory. Our viewpoint has been to give a sufficient number of well-organized characteristic reactions accompanied by appropriate questions to stimulate and encourage analytical thinking. The attempt is made to bring out the value of differential behavior toward reagents early so that the student has at the commencement of his qualitative study an idea of the ultimate application of the reactions. We do not deem the study of the reactions used in the schemes followed in the systematic procedure for the analysis of unknowns sufficient to give the student a grasp of qualitative analysis. The use of analytical questions bearing on the reactions studied has an inesti mable value in the student's analytical training and greatly broadens his knowledge of the chemistry of the metals. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


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Download or read book Elementary Qualitative Analysis written by Benton Dales and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-23 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Elementary Qualitative Analysis: A Laboratory Guide Tms manual is offered as a laboratory guide for stu dents of qualitative analysis who have had a year's work in general chemistry. It is the outgrowth of several years' experience with students registered in the varied courses of a university curriculum. The aim in the prep aration of the book has been to systematize the work as much as possible, yet to avoid encouraging rule of thumb work in the laboratory. Our viewpoint has been to give a sufficient number of well-organized characteristic reactions accompanied by appropriate questions to stimulate and encourage analytical thinking. The attempt is made to bring out the value of differential behavior toward reagents early so that the student has at the commencement of his qualitative study an idea of the ultimate application of the reactions. We do not deem the study of the reactions used in the schemes followed in the systematic procedure for the analysis of unknowns sufficient to give the student a grasp of qualitative analysis. The use of analytical questions bearing on the reactions studied has an inesti mable value in the student's analytical training and greatly broadens his knowledge of the chemistry of the metals. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


Primary Lessons in Language and Composition (Classic Reprint)

Primary Lessons in Language and Composition (Classic Reprint)

Author: William Henry Maxwell

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2019-02-11

Total Pages: 154

ISBN-13: 9780267182053

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Excerpt from Primary Lessons in Language and Composition The thought I have kept constantly in view while writing is best expressed in the following words from Dr. Bam Now the school master may allow the accumulation of sentence types to proceed silently with the reading lessons, or he may do something expressly to quicken the process of stamping them on the memory. I assume that the age of Grammar has not yet arrived; and hence the science of sentences is not entered upon That age is, nevertheless, drawing near; and there may, conceivably, be a preparation for it, not to say a certain amount of inde pendent tuition having the same fina' result, although not in the same complete form. As empirical knowledge should, indeed must, always precede scientific knowledge - as direct observation must go before the more complex operations of reasoning - as qualitative analysis must be the forerunner of quantitative analysis, so a knowledge of the proper use of language-forms - both words and sentences - should precede their scientific study. The only question is as to the amount of precision, of complexity, and of technicality to be given to the study. Of complexity and technicality, it has been my object to give it as little as possible; of precision, as much as possible. To train young children in the proper use of the words that belong to a child's vocabulary, and to give them facility in the use of such sen tence forms as they can readily imitate and employ, have been my chief objects. I have also introduced a series of exercises intended to supply, or to lead the child to supply, the matter to be clothed in language. These exercises consist of graded lessons on pictures and narratives, which serve the double purpose of reviewing the more technical language lessons and of training the mind in observation and reflection. To study words and sentences without cultivating the faculties that give substance to language is to lead the mind on a futile quest. What I have aimed at is the development of the power of thinking along with and through the development of the power of expression. The one is of little use without the other. Indeed, one can scarcely exist without the other. Thought claims expression; expression excites thought. As thought is logical, language will be clear; as thought is confused, language will be defective. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


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Download or read book Primary Lessons in Language and Composition (Classic Reprint) written by William Henry Maxwell and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2019-02-11 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Primary Lessons in Language and Composition The thought I have kept constantly in view while writing is best expressed in the following words from Dr. Bam Now the school master may allow the accumulation of sentence types to proceed silently with the reading lessons, or he may do something expressly to quicken the process of stamping them on the memory. I assume that the age of Grammar has not yet arrived; and hence the science of sentences is not entered upon That age is, nevertheless, drawing near; and there may, conceivably, be a preparation for it, not to say a certain amount of inde pendent tuition having the same fina' result, although not in the same complete form. As empirical knowledge should, indeed must, always precede scientific knowledge - as direct observation must go before the more complex operations of reasoning - as qualitative analysis must be the forerunner of quantitative analysis, so a knowledge of the proper use of language-forms - both words and sentences - should precede their scientific study. The only question is as to the amount of precision, of complexity, and of technicality to be given to the study. Of complexity and technicality, it has been my object to give it as little as possible; of precision, as much as possible. To train young children in the proper use of the words that belong to a child's vocabulary, and to give them facility in the use of such sen tence forms as they can readily imitate and employ, have been my chief objects. I have also introduced a series of exercises intended to supply, or to lead the child to supply, the matter to be clothed in language. These exercises consist of graded lessons on pictures and narratives, which serve the double purpose of reviewing the more technical language lessons and of training the mind in observation and reflection. To study words and sentences without cultivating the faculties that give substance to language is to lead the mind on a futile quest. What I have aimed at is the development of the power of thinking along with and through the development of the power of expression. The one is of little use without the other. Indeed, one can scarcely exist without the other. Thought claims expression; expression excites thought. As thought is logical, language will be clear; as thought is confused, language will be defective. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers

The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers

Author: Johnny Saldana

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2009-02-19

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 1446200124

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The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers is unique in providing, in one volume, an in-depth guide to each of the multiple approaches available for coding qualitative data. In total, 29 different approaches to coding are covered, ranging in complexity from beginner to advanced level and covering the full range of types of qualitative data from interview transcripts to field notes. For each approach profiled, Johnny Saldaña discusses the method’s origins in the professional literature, a description of the method, recommendations for practical applications, and a clearly illustrated example.


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Download or read book The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers written by Johnny Saldana and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009-02-19 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers is unique in providing, in one volume, an in-depth guide to each of the multiple approaches available for coding qualitative data. In total, 29 different approaches to coding are covered, ranging in complexity from beginner to advanced level and covering the full range of types of qualitative data from interview transcripts to field notes. For each approach profiled, Johnny Saldaña discusses the method’s origins in the professional literature, a description of the method, recommendations for practical applications, and a clearly illustrated example.


Analyzing Qualitative Data

Analyzing Qualitative Data

Author: Graham R Gibbs

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2018-09-03

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 1526426145

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This book tackles the challenges of how to make sense of qualitative data. It offers students and researchers a hands-on guide to the practicalities of coding, comparing data, and using computer-assisted qualitative data analysis. Lastly, Gibbs shows you how to bring it all together, so you can see the steps of qualitative analysis, understand the central place of coding, ensure analytic quality and write effectively to present your results.


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Download or read book Analyzing Qualitative Data written by Graham R Gibbs and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book tackles the challenges of how to make sense of qualitative data. It offers students and researchers a hands-on guide to the practicalities of coding, comparing data, and using computer-assisted qualitative data analysis. Lastly, Gibbs shows you how to bring it all together, so you can see the steps of qualitative analysis, understand the central place of coding, ensure analytic quality and write effectively to present your results.


Discovery of Grounded Theory

Discovery of Grounded Theory

Author: Barney Glaser

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-07-05

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1351522159

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Most writing on sociological method has been concerned with how accurate facts can be obtained and how theory can thereby be more rigorously tested. In The Discovery of Grounded Theory, Barney Glaser and Anselm Strauss address the equally Important enterprise of how the discovery of theory from data?systematically obtained and analyzed in social research?can be furthered. The discovery of theory from data?grounded theory?is a major task confronting sociology, for such a theory fits empirical situations, and is understandable to sociologists and laymen alike. Most important, it provides relevant predictions, explanations, interpretations, and applications. In Part I of the book, "Generation Theory by Comparative Analysis," the authors present a strategy whereby sociologists can facilitate the discovery of grounded theory, both substantive and formal. This strategy involves the systematic choice and study of several comparison groups. In Part II, The Flexible Use of Data," the generation of theory from qualitative, especially documentary, and quantitative data Is considered. In Part III, "Implications of Grounded Theory," Glaser and Strauss examine the credibility of grounded theory. The Discovery of Grounded Theory is directed toward improving social scientists' capacity for generating theory that will be relevant to their research. While aimed primarily at sociologists, it will be useful to anyone Interested In studying social phenomena?political, educational, economic, industrial? especially If their studies are based on qualitative data.


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Download or read book Discovery of Grounded Theory written by Barney Glaser and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-05 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most writing on sociological method has been concerned with how accurate facts can be obtained and how theory can thereby be more rigorously tested. In The Discovery of Grounded Theory, Barney Glaser and Anselm Strauss address the equally Important enterprise of how the discovery of theory from data?systematically obtained and analyzed in social research?can be furthered. The discovery of theory from data?grounded theory?is a major task confronting sociology, for such a theory fits empirical situations, and is understandable to sociologists and laymen alike. Most important, it provides relevant predictions, explanations, interpretations, and applications. In Part I of the book, "Generation Theory by Comparative Analysis," the authors present a strategy whereby sociologists can facilitate the discovery of grounded theory, both substantive and formal. This strategy involves the systematic choice and study of several comparison groups. In Part II, The Flexible Use of Data," the generation of theory from qualitative, especially documentary, and quantitative data Is considered. In Part III, "Implications of Grounded Theory," Glaser and Strauss examine the credibility of grounded theory. The Discovery of Grounded Theory is directed toward improving social scientists' capacity for generating theory that will be relevant to their research. While aimed primarily at sociologists, it will be useful to anyone Interested In studying social phenomena?political, educational, economic, industrial? especially If their studies are based on qualitative data.