Finding your methodology

Moving on from narrative inquiry as the approach to my research to a lesser known line of inquiry, I have realised there are a number of things to consider when choosing a methodology. These include:

*listen and read about other researchers methodologies - they're not going to all be listed in your textbook 

*there are many methodologies to choose from and you may need to research a few before finding the right one

* if it's not quite the right fit then keep looking

* you may need to borrow elements from another methodology

* talk your ideas out with your supervisor - that's what they're there for - to help

I'm sure there are more that I can add as time goes on. How did you find your methodology?