*** INCLUDES A LINK TO QUALITATIVE RESEARCH ANALYSIS SOFTWARE! *** This book focuses on qualitative research methodologies and is intended as a tool for study, as well as a hands-on guide for researchers and students who need to know which research practices are relevant to their preferred field of study. Based on a practical definition of qualitative research, this book suggests six meta-methodologies encompassing all the methodological types of qualitative research. The clear, concise discussions presented by the author deal with the principles of qualitative research methodology, focusing mainly on patterns of analysis methods. The author offers guidance for data analysis, distinguishing among the processes required for each of the six methodology patterns. Included in the book is the "Narralizer" - a link to unique software that helps the researcher conduct and analyze qualitative research.