1- Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 4th Edition, by John W. Creswell (Author) ‘The eagerly anticipated Fourth Edition of the title that pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design is here! For all three approaches, Creswell includes a preliminary consideration of philosophical assumptions, a review of the literature, an assessment of the use of theory in research approaches, and refl ections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. He also presents the key elements of the research process, giving specifi c attention to each approach.’

2- Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation 4th Edition, by Sharan B. Merriam (Author), Elizabeth J. Tisdell (Author) ‘Qualitative Research is the essential guide to understanding, designing, conducting, and presenting a qualitative research study. This fourth edition features new material covering mixed methods, action research, arts-based research, online data sources, and the latest in data analysis, including data analysis software packages as well as narrative and poetic analysis strategies.’

3- The Craft of Research, Third Edition, by Wayne C. Booth (Author), Gregory G. Colomb (Author), Joseph M. Williams (Author) ‘The Craft of Research explains how to build an argument that motivates readers to accept a claim; how to anticipate the reservations of readers and to respond to them appropriately; and how to create introductions and conclusions that answer that most demanding question, “So what?”’

4- The Research Methods Knowledge Base, 3rd Edition, by William M. K. Trochim (Author), James P. Donnelly (Author) ‘Thoroughly updated, the third edition of The Research Methods Knowledge Base provides coverage of quantitative methods and enhanced coverage of qualitative methods. It can be used in a variety of disciplines and is ideal for an introductory comprehensive undergraduate or graduate level course. Through its conversational, informal style it makes material that is often challenging for students both accessible and understandable.’

5- Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five Approaches 3rd Edition, by John W. Creswell (Author) ‘In this Third Edition of his bestselling text John W. Creswell explores the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of each of five qualitative inquiry traditions: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study. In his signature accessible writing style, the author relates research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry. He compares theoretical frameworks, ways to employ standards of quality, and strategies for writing introductions to studies, collecting data, analyzing data, writing a narrative, and verifying results.’

6- Doing Your Research Project (Open Up Study Skills) 5th Edition, by Judith Bell (Author) ‘Step-by-step advice on completing an outstanding research project. Research can be daunting, particularly for first-timers, but this indispensable book provides everything you need to know to prepare for research, draft and finalise a methodologically sound and well-written report or thesis, plus it warns you of potential pitfalls to prevent you wasting time on false trails.’

7- Introducing Research Methodology: A Beginner's Guide to Doing a Research Project 2nd ed. Edition, by Uwe Flick (Author) ‘In the Second Edition of this textbook designed for new researchers, Uwe Flick takes readers through the process of producing a research project. The book gives readers the fundamental data collection and analysis skills that they need for their first project, as well as a good understanding of the research process as a whole. It covers both quantitative and qualitative methods, and contains plenty of real-life examples from the author's own research.’

8- The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project 2nd Edition, by Zina O'Leary (Author) ‘The book guides you through every step of your research project, from getting started to analysing data and writing up. Each stage is clearly set out, highlighting best practice and providing practical tips and down-to-earth advice for actually doing research. Key features include:

• Fully developed companion website including podcasts, worksheets, examples of real projects and links to journal articles
• Chapter summaries
• Boxed definitions of key terms
• Full glossary
• Suggestions for further reading ’

9- Research Methods in Education 7th Edition, by Louis Cohen (Author), Lawrence Manion (Author), Keith Morrison (Author) ‘Research Methods in Education is essential reading for both the professional researcher and students of education at undergraduate and postgraduate level, who need to understand how to plan, conduct, analyse and use research.The textbook is accompanied by a website: www.routledge.com/textbooks/cohen7e. PowerPoint slides for every chapter contain an outline of the chapter structure followed by a thorough summary of the key points, ideal for both lecturers and students. Within the book a variety of internet resources are referred to and these references have been included here, with links to the websites. ’

10- The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research (Sage Handbooks) 4th Edition, by Norman K. Denzin (Editor), Yvonna S. Lincoln (Editor) ‘Representing the best thinking from top scholars from around the world, the new edition continues the book's tradition of synthesizing an existing literature, defining the present, and shaping the future of qualitative research. The editors and contributors address issues of social justice and examine how people's struggles can inform public issues and in turn be transformed into social policy. Their writings are underpinned by a critical framework, and they are committed to addressing issues of inequality. As with previous editions, their aim is to show how the practices of qualitative research can effect change in the world in positive ways.’

11- Naturalistic Inquiry 1st Edition, by Yvonna S. Lincoln (Author), Egon G. Guba (Author) ‘Naturalistic Inquiry provides social scientists with a basic but comprehensive rationale for non-positivistic approaches to research. It confronts the basic premise underlying the scientific tradition that all questions can be answered by employing empirical, testable, replicable research techniques. The authors maintain that there are scientific facts that existing paradigms cannot explain, and argue against traditional positivistic inquiry. They suggest an alternative approach supporting the use of the naturalistic paradigm.’

12- The Foundations of Social Research: Meaning and Perspective in the Research Process , by Michael J Crotty (Author) ‘This book links methodology and theory with great clarity and precision, showing students and researchers how to navigate the maze of conflicting terminology. The major epistemological stances and theoretical perspectives that colour and shape current social research are detailed and the author reveals the philosophical origins of these schools of inquiry and shows how various disciplines contribute to the practice of social research as it is known today.’

1- Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 4th Edition, by John W. Creswell (Author) ‘The eagerly anticipated Fourth Edition of the title that pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design is here! For all three approaches, Creswell includes a preliminary consideration of philosophical assumptions, a review of the literature, an assessment of the use of theory in research approaches, and refl ections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. He also presents the key elements of the research process, giving specifi c attention to each approach.’

2- Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation 4th Edition, by Sharan B. Merriam (Author), Elizabeth J. Tisdell (Author) ‘Qualitative Research is the essential guide to understanding, designing, conducting, and presenting a qualitative research study. This fourth edition features new material covering mixed methods, action research, arts-based research, online data sources, and the latest in data analysis, including data analysis software packages as well as narrative and poetic analysis strategies.’

3- The Craft of Research, Third Edition, by Wayne C. Booth (Author), Gregory G. Colomb (Author), Joseph M. Williams (Author) ‘The Craft of Research explains how to build an argument that motivates readers to accept a claim; how to anticipate the reservations of readers and to respond to them appropriately; and how to create introductions and conclusions that answer that most demanding question, “So what?”’

4- The Research Methods Knowledge Base, 3rd Edition, by William M. K. Trochim (Author), James P. Donnelly (Author) ‘Thoroughly updated, the third edition of The Research Methods Knowledge Base provides coverage of quantitative methods and enhanced coverage of qualitative methods. It can be used in a variety of disciplines and is ideal for an introductory comprehensive undergraduate or graduate level course. Through its conversational, informal style it makes material that is often challenging for students both accessible and understandable.’

5- Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five Approaches 3rd Edition, by John W. Creswell (Author) ‘In this Third Edition of his bestselling text John W. Creswell explores the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of each of five qualitative inquiry traditions: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study. In his signature accessible writing style, the author relates research designs to each of the traditions of inquiry. He compares theoretical frameworks, ways to employ standards of quality, and strategies for writing introductions to studies, collecting data, analyzing data, writing a narrative, and verifying results.’

6- Doing Your Research Project (Open Up Study Skills) 5th Edition, by Judith Bell (Author) ‘Step-by-step advice on completing an outstanding research project. Research can be daunting, particularly for first-timers, but this indispensable book provides everything you need to know to prepare for research, draft and finalise a methodologically sound and well-written report or thesis, plus it warns you of potential pitfalls to prevent you wasting time on false trails.’

7- Introducing Research Methodology: A Beginner's Guide to Doing a Research Project 2nd ed. Edition, by Uwe Flick (Author) ‘In the Second Edition of this textbook designed for new researchers, Uwe Flick takes readers through the process of producing a research project. The book gives readers the fundamental data collection and analysis skills that they need for their first project, as well as a good understanding of the research process as a whole. It covers both quantitative and qualitative methods, and contains plenty of real-life examples from the author's own research.’

8- The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project 2nd Edition, by Zina O'Leary (Author) ‘The book guides you through every step of your research project, from getting started to analysing data and writing up. Each stage is clearly set out, highlighting best practice and providing practical tips and down-to-earth advice for actually doing research. Key features include:

• Fully developed companion website including podcasts, worksheets, examples of real projects and links to journal articles
• Chapter summaries
• Boxed definitions of key terms
• Full glossary
• Suggestions for further reading ’

9- Research Methods in Education 7th Edition, by Louis Cohen (Author), Lawrence Manion (Author), Keith Morrison (Author) ‘Research Methods in Education is essential reading for both the professional researcher and students of education at undergraduate and postgraduate level, who need to understand how to plan, conduct, analyse and use research.The textbook is accompanied by a website: www.routledge.com/textbooks/cohen7e. PowerPoint slides for every chapter contain an outline of the chapter structure followed by a thorough summary of the key points, ideal for both lecturers and students. Within the book a variety of internet resources are referred to and these references have been included here, with links to the websites. ’

10- The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research (Sage Handbooks) 4th Edition, by Norman K. Denzin (Editor), Yvonna S. Lincoln (Editor) ‘Representing the best thinking from top scholars from around the world, the new edition continues the book's tradition of synthesizing an existing literature, defining the present, and shaping the future of qualitative research. The editors and contributors address issues of social justice and examine how people's struggles can inform public issues and in turn be transformed into social policy. Their writings are underpinned by a critical framework, and they are committed to addressing issues of inequality. As with previous editions, their aim is to show how the practices of qualitative research can effect change in the world in positive ways.’

11- Naturalistic Inquiry 1st Edition, by Yvonna S. Lincoln (Author), Egon G. Guba (Author) ‘Naturalistic Inquiry provides social scientists with a basic but comprehensive rationale for non-positivistic approaches to research. It confronts the basic premise underlying the scientific tradition that all questions can be answered by employing empirical, testable, replicable research techniques. The authors maintain that there are scientific facts that existing paradigms cannot explain, and argue against traditional positivistic inquiry. They suggest an alternative approach supporting the use of the naturalistic paradigm.’

12- The Foundations of Social Research: Meaning and Perspective in the Research Process , by Michael J Crotty (Author) ‘This book links methodology and theory with great clarity and precision, showing students and researchers how to navigate the maze of conflicting terminology. The major epistemological stances and theoretical perspectives that colour and shape current social research are detailed and the author reveals the philosophical origins of these schools of inquiry and shows how various disciplines contribute to the practice of social research as it is known today.’

This resource is extremely helpful, concise and understanble.

These documents may help you:

Dear Mohammed A. Mohammed and Alain Mwamba Mukendi

Thanks for your response and contribution ...

Vihan Moodi, not long ago (within the last year, I think), someone posted a similar question on RG. Perhaps you can track that down somehow. It attracted some good suggestions.

Dear Robert Trevethan

Thanks for your response and recommendation ...

Van De Van's, very helpful.

If you are interested in qualitative analysis:

The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers - Johnny Saldana

Dear Reem Thani and Kate Xx

Thanks for your response and recommendation ...

If you are interested in narrative research I recommend:

Riessman CK. Narrative Methods for the Human Sciences. London: Sage; 2008.

If you are interested in content analysis I recommend:

Krippendorff K. Content analysis : an introduction to its methodology. 3rd ed. Thousand Oaks, California: SAGE; 2013.

The following books are recommended:

• Bryman, A. and Bell, E. (2007) Business Research Methods. Second edn. New York: Oxford University Press Inc.
• Cooper, D. R. and Schindler, P. S. (2014) Business Research Methods. 12th edn. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill/Irwin.
• Curwin, J., Slater, R. and Eadson, D. (2013) Quantitative Methods for Business Decisions. 7th edn. UK: Cengage Learning EMEA.
• Greener, S. (2008) Business Research Methods. Frederiksberg, Denmark: Ventus Publishing ApS.
• Neuman, W. L. (2014) Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. England: Pearson Education Limited.
• Patton, M. Q. (2002) Qualitative evaluation and research methods. 3rd edn. Thousand Oaks, California: Sage Publications, Inc.
• Saunders, M., Lewis, P. and Thornhill, A. (2009) Research Methods for Business Students. 5th edn. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
• Sekaran, U. and Bougie, R. (2009) Research Methods For Business: A Skill-Building Approach. 5th edn. UK: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
• Walliman, N. (2011) Research Methods: The Basics. New York, NY: Routledge.

Bryman, A., Social Research Methods, 5th ed, Oxford University Press, 2016

Brinkmann, S. & Kvale, S,, InterViews: learning the craft of qualitative research interviewing, 3rd ed, Sage Publications, 2017

Dear Sally Sanger , Kenneth Lui-ming Ngie and Åsa Rejnö

Thanks for your response and contribution ...

Daer Vihan,

I think you are working in the field of Medical Science. But you Can use Marketing Research: An Applied Orientation by Naresh K Malhotra for analysis of Data as it covers detailed research methodology and Data analysis. It also cover the designing of questionnaire. The 7th Edition provides current, contemporary, and illustrative material sensitive to user needs. And with detailed emphasis on how to run the SPSS and SAS programs.

Dear Prakashkumar Patel

Thanks for your response and recommendation ...

Vihan Moodi, I have found the following text to be authoritative and well written:

Portney, L. G., & Watkins, M. P. (2019). Foundations of clinical research: Applications to practice (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall.

It has an emphasis on quantitative rather than qualitative research.

Dear Dr.Robert Trevethan ,

Thanks for your recommendation. I've just found the last edition (4th) and what a book... here is the link:

http://www.mediafire.com/file/zseaseb2ef6u1h1/%2528medicalbooknew.com%2529fou%2526cli%2526res%2526app%2526evi%25264th.pdf/file

Case Study Research by Yin (Sage publication)

Doing Case study research by Hancock and Algozzine.

Hope it helped you.