MIXED METHODS FOR HEALTH SCIENCES: PURPOSE, DESIGN AND APPROACH

S&APHM 711

Development of skills in the methods, techniques, and problems encountered in conducting evaluations of pharmaceutical services, programs, and policies.

S&APHM 703

Apply principles of community engagement in the field of health services research. Read and interpret relevant articles, and discuss implications of these readings. Learn existing models and practical approaches for successfully partnering with community stakeholders to address health and medication-related needs through research.

RP&SE 875

Addresses the theory and practice of mixed methods inquiry, particularly within disability-related fields of study. Introduces to mixed methods design, data collection, and analysis approaches. Discuss how mixed methods inquiry builds on experimental and quasi-experimental quantitative research, qualitative research, and general social science frameworks for research inquiry. Additional topics include the history of mixed methods research, various philosophical traditions and paradigms applied when mixing methods, purposes for mixed methods research, and contemporary issues in mixed methods inquiry.

CSCS 812

Applied, methodologically focused seminar that aims to develop capacities for action-oriented mixed-methods research design, as well as basic understanding of an array of methodological tools. Readings, discussions, assignments, and class projects are all oriented toward developing this capacity and understanding.

S&APHM 911

Exposes students to research related to SAS topics, discuss strategies for writing research theses and articles, discuss various methodological approaches to answering research questions, and improve oral and written communication skills. Seminars may involve presenting completed and/or planned research, leading discussions among seminar participants about research topics, and discussing written assignments.