This document discusses methods of qualitative research, specifically document analysis. It outlines three primary forms of qualitative data collection: interviews, observation, and document analysis. It provides details on the purpose, kinds, advantages, and disadvantages of document analysis. Key types of documents that can be analyzed are described such as official records, reports, personal records, audio/visual material, and electronic documents. Guidelines are given for documenting analyzed materials using a document summary form. The relationship between document analysis and other data collection methods is also addressed.