Viewing data as the heart of qualitative research, this book provides clear guidance on the steps involved in collecting and managing primary & secondary data while equipping you with a toolkit that they can apply to data in any context.In her positive and jargon-free style, the author discusses how setting up, working with, making sense of and presenting data can be a springboard into learning key research skills and reflecting on methodological issues. New to this edition:

• Ethical practice learning features, such as exercises and reflective questions

• Thoughtful guidance on the newer challenges in handling qualitative data, like data security and access to online data

• New chapters provide clear advice on communicating data to different audiences, and creating impactful data visualizations

• Online resources that illustrate how to work with data in real research projects; including a 'stepping into software' space that provides practical tips and guidance on using qualitative analysis software effectively