INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS IN EDUCATION

COUNPSY/CURRIC/EDPOL/EDPSYCH/ELPA/RP&SE 719

Provides an overview of qualitative inquiry, examining assumptions, standards, and methods for generating and communicating interpretations. Methodological and theoretical works illustrate case study, ethnography, narrative, and action research. Does not include a field method component.

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.

EDPOL 618

Advanced qualitative methods for educational research taught through an apprenticeship in the research process, from developing the idea and questions to collecting and analyzing data to disseminating results. Presents specialized qualitative approaches.

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.