Critical Theory & Qualitative Data Analysis
Connects critical social theory with qualitative inquiry, exploring social theories, methodologies, and the application of critical theory to qualitative data analysis.
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Understand critical social theories as a foundation to critical qualitative inquiry.
Explore critical research as an approach to qualitative research.
Identify what it means to be a critical qualitative researcher.
Consider how critical theory relates to data collection methods.
Discover how critical theories can be used to inform data analysis techniques.
Identify exemplars of the use of critical theory in qualitative inquiry.
Learn how to craft a research agenda that is rooted in critical qualitative inquiry.
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Connect critical social theory with qualitative inquiry. Includes various social theories, connections to qualitative methodologies, and connections between social theory and qualitative data analysis.
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- Critical social theories and their connection to qualitative methodologies.
- Relationship between critical theory and data collection methods.
- Using critical theories to inform data analysis techniques.
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- Apply critical social theories to qualitative data analysis and research design.
- Craft a research agenda rooted in critical qualitative inquiry.
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