Introduction to a practical guide on conducting qualitative research in parliaments

Berthet, V., Gaweda, B., Kantola, J., Miller, C. , Ahrens, P. and Elomäki, A. (2023) Introduction to a practical guide on conducting qualitative research in parliaments. In: Berthet, V., Gaweda, B., Kantola, J., Miller, C., Ahrens, P. and Elomäki, A. (eds.) Guide to Qualitative Research in Parliaments. Palgrave Macmillan: Cham, pp. 1-12. ISBN 9783031398087 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-39808-7_1)

Abstract

The first chapter introduces the focus and goals of the volume, by explaining its hands-on approach to research and outlining its qualitative interpretive methodological nature. The aim is to provide concrete tips on how to overcome fieldwork obstacles as well as serve as invaluable background or context material for anyone who aims to research the European Parliament, with useful pointers for anyone who wants to work on political institutions and do qualitative interviews. Attention is drawn to the utility of the volume for researchers who examine highly divisive subjects like equality policies or the ways of dealing with radical-right actors in qualitative research when holding opposing views. Instead of merely analysing research results, the book is an honest account of how they were obtained.

• Item Type: Book Sections
• Status: Published
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Miller, Dr Cherry
• Authors: Berthet, V., Gaweda, B., Kantola, J., Miller, C., Ahrens, P., and Elomäki, A.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• ISBN: 9783031398087
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © The Author(s) 2023
• First Published: First published in Guide to Qualitative Research in Parliaments 2023
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced under a creative commons licence

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