QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS

Catalog description

(Slashed with SBS 83011 ) Students are introduced to the process and goals of qualitative data analysis relevant to research design and study purpose, and are provided opportunities to conduct coding and other types of qualitative data analysis using both computer-assisted and manual processes. Qualitative approaches potentially considered throughout this course include grounded theory, phenomenology, descriptive or generic approaches, content analysis, mixed methods and others depending on needs and interests of students in the class. Students additionally learn about and practice quality control measures that include creation of an audit trail, "member checking," composition of analytic memos and other forms of researcher-initiated documentation.