Research Recipes for Midwives

About the Author xv
 
Foreword xvi
 
A Memorandum from the Author xvii
 
Acknowledgements xxiv
 
1 Introduction to Research Methods 1
 
1.1 What is Research? 1
 
1.1.1 Definition 1
 
1.2 Glossary of Research Terms 2
 
1.3 Ontology 3
 
1.3.1 Subjectivism 3
 
1.3.2 Relativism 3
 
1.3.3 Objectivism 3
 
1.4 Epistemology 4
 
1.4.1 The Theory of Knowledge 4
 
1.5 Generic Stages of the Research Process 5
 
1.5.1 The Hollins Martin 16- Step Model to Writing a Research Proposal 6
 
1.6 Triangulation 18
 
1.6.1 A Scientific Summary of Mixed Methods Research Follows 18
 
1.7 Introduction to Research Methods Chapter Summary 34
 
1.7.1 Chapter Conclusion 34
 
1.8 Self- Assessment Questions (SAQs) 34
 
Answers to Chapter 1 SAQs 36
 
2 Inductive Versus Deductive Approaches 37
 
2.1 Introduction to Inductive Versus Deductive Approaches 37
 
2.2 More About the (Quantitative) Deductive Approach 38
 
2.3 More About the (Qualitative) Inductive Approach 39
 
2.4 The Qualitative Versus Quantitative Debate 40
 
2.5 The Difference(s) Between Qualitative and Quantitative Data 41
 
2.5.1 All Qualitative Data can be Coded Quantitatively 41
 
2.5.2 All Quantitative Data is Based on Qualitative Judgements 42
 
2.6 Qualitative and Quantitative Assumptions 43
 
2.6.1 Chapter Conclusion 43
 
2.7 Self- Assessment Questions (SAQ) 44
 
Answers to Chapter 2 SAQs 44
 
3 Literature Searching and How to Critique a Research Paper 45
 
3.1 Define the Term Literature Review 45
 
3.2 Outline the Purpose of Research 45
 
3.3 What is a Literature Review? 46
 
3.4 What is the Purpose of a Literature Review? 46
 
3.5 What Should a Literature Review Consist of? 46
 
3.5.1 Introduction 46
 
3.5.2 Body 47
 
3.5.3 Conclusion

Caroline J. Hollins Martin, PhD, is a Professor and Subject Lead in Midwifery at Edinburgh Napier University, UK. She has decades of experience as an active midwifery researcher, is a teacher of research methods, and a supervisor of student midwives.