EDU 7971: Advanced Qualitative Research (2022-2023)

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This course addresses theory and practice of qualitative research fieldwork and data gathering. Complementing the foundation of qualitative research design provided in EDU 7974, this course will focus is on the practical, hands‐on considerations associated with writing research proposals, entering the field, coordinating fieldwork, techniques of data collection, and data management. A review of the primary methods including Grounded Theory, Narrative, Case Study, Ethnography, and Phenomenology will be presented and additional approaches not covered in previous course may be introduced. This course is designed to prepare the student for the production of a dissertation. In addition, this course will review the Institutional Review Board User’s Guide and expose students to the IRB review requirements and process, including the completion of the NIH Human Subject Assurance Online Training Program. Students may choose to participate in an individual or group research project focusing on manuscript completion and submission for publication consideration.