Research article

Exploring the relevance of qualitative research synthesis to higher education research and practice

Authors
  • Claire Major
  • Maggi Savin-Baden

Abstract

This paper proposes the importance of qualitative research synthesis to the field of higher education. It examines seven key texts that undertake synthesis in this field and compares essential features and elements across studies. The authors indicate strengths of the approaches and highlight ways forward for using qualitative research synthesis in the field of higher education.

Keywords: SYNTHESIS, QUALITATIVE RESEARCH SYNTHESIS, HIGHER EDUCATION

How to Cite:

Major, C. & Savin-Baden, M., (2010) “Exploring the relevance of qualitative research synthesis to higher education research and practice”, London Review of Education 8(2), 127–140. doi: https://doi.org/10.1080/14748460.2010.487331

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01 Jul 2010
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