2021-2022 Graduate Academic Catalog

GCOUP 8002 Research I (Qualitative Methods)

This course will focus on qualitative research methods that involve examining phenomena through obtaining in-depth information about the behaviors or beliefs of people in naturally occurring social settings including agencies and classrooms. Students will learn to design and conduct research with an emphasis on rigor and self reflexivity. Skills in formulating research questions, determining data collection methods, including interviews, focus groups, observation and document review, and performing data analysis are developed and applied.


Credits

3