Technology, Multimedia, and Qualitative Research in Education

The role of technology and multimedia in enhancing research is illustrated through the use of examples from more qualitative approaches to inquiry. The author makes reference to key characteristics of qualitative techniques and emphasizes implications for data collection, data analysis, and the presentation of findings. Articles appearing in the online issue of JRCE and reprinted in 29(4), 30(1), and 30(2), serve as illustrations of both the characteristics of qualitative research and examples of the impact of technology and multimedia on the research process.