INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE RESEARCH

COUNPSY/CURRIC/EDPOL/EDPSYCH/ELPA/RP&SE 789

Focus on data analysis and translation of finds and implications. Gain theoretical and practical knowledge and skills regarding coding and analysis techniques, use of qualitative analytic tools, strategies for sharing findings with audiences beyond research team.

COUNPSY/CURRIC/EDPOL/EDPSYCH/ELPA/RP&SE 788

Introductory field methods experience in qualitative research. Learn to define good research questions, determine which methods of data collection and analysis are useful for addressing those questions, engage in these methods, reflect on their utility in education research.

C&ESOC/EDPOL/SOC 755

Introduces qualitative, or ethnographic, research methods, emphasizing those suitable for educational and other organizational settings. Considers strengths and limitations of qualitative approaches in relation to varied research problems. Explores methodological procedures from entry into the field through writing.

EDPOL 308

Examines qualitative research methods for educational research - specifically, the role of theory, how to develop a research question, how to design a study, interviewing, conducting observations, doing initial data analysis, and presenting an original qualitative research project. Complete a series of "stepping stone" assignments (practica) and peer feedback activities designed to scaffold the research experience in an organized, supportive, informed, and meaningful way.

EDPOL/SOC 955

An intensive, practice-oriented exploration of one qualitative research method such as participant-observation, interviewing, narrative analysis, oral history or ethnography. Treatment of the method includes: logics of inquiry, analysis of data obtained through the method, and uses of the method.