EDU 716 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods (3 )

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Study of qualitative research methodologies including ethnography, case study, phenomenology, critical theory, descriptive research, historical research, and others. Examine a variety of methods such as: structured interviews, semi-structured interviews, unstructured interviews, focus groups, participant observation, non-participant observation, field notes, and reflexive journals. Gain the knowledge of analyzing data (thick data) gathered from a qualitative research method by applying qualitative research analysis such as memo writing, coding, finding themes etc. Understand validity and reliability as applied to qualitative research. Consider the nature of qualitative inquiry; the importance of quality assurance; and the ethical, legal, and social change implications of conducting qualitative research.
Type of PRE-REQ complete EDU 705 EDU 710; Previous or Concurrent Enrollment Required