Selected Papers from the 7th World Conference on Qualitative Research (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783725807314)

The World Conference on Qualitative Research (WCQR) is an annual event that aims to bring together researchers, academics, and professionals, promoting the sharing and discussing of knowledge, new perspectives, experiences, best practices, and innovations in qualitative research, as well as exploring emerging trends in qualitative research. The conference also features keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops led by renowned experts in the field. By providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and experiences, WCQR continues to contribute to the advancement of qualitative research across various domains and fosters a vibrant community of scholars dedicated to advancing knowledge in qualitative inquiry. This Special Issue includes a selection of articles accepted for presentation and discussion at the WCQR held on January 25th to 27th, 2023 (face-to-face and virtual conference). WCQR2023 featured four main application fields: Education, Health, Social Sciences, and Engineering/Technology. It also covered seven main subjects: Rationale and Paradigms of Qualitative Research; Systematization of Approaches with Qualitative Studies; Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research; Data Analysis Types; Innovative Processes of Qualitative Data Analysis; Qualitative Research in Web Context; and Qualitative Analysis with Software Support. The present Special Issue is valuable for every researcher, academic, and professional, interested in qualitative research, with a focus on the fields of Education and the Social Sciences.