RES 2300 - Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis

Within the context of a survey of qualitative methods, students learn about different types of qualitative data, approaches to collecting qualitative data, and basic strategies for analyzing qualitative data. Students examine the logical alignment of research paradigms and philosophical assumptions unique to qualitative approaches to research. Ethical considerations for qualitative research are considered. This course includes skill building exercises to prepare doctoral students for the design and implementation of research that includes qualitative data. Approaches to qualitative data collection, including interviewing, observations, and artifacts, are introduced. Qualitative data analysis techniques including coding, integrating, and interpreting data are covered. Prerequisite(s): RES 2100 Research Foundations and Literacy, or RES 1006 Information Competency and Library Use, or MBM 1009 Information Competency & Research Skills and MBM 5540 Fundamentals of Research 3 credit(s)

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