Qualitative Research Methods

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This course gives particular focus to the use of qualitative research methods in action research studies. Students in this course will gain knowledge about the theoretical foundations, conceptualization, and design of qualitative research. Building on prerequisite coursework, students will learn and practice advanced skills for collecting qualitative data. Students will also engage in hands-on application of specific analytic methods and generate a formal written report of results, paralleling required components of the dissertation of practice. Students will review several dissertation of practice studies that exemplify qualitative research methods in the context of action research. Attention will be given to issues of bias and positionality in qualitative research.