Qualitative Research.

Catalog description

This course is a seminar course for doctoral students interested in developing a research proposal based on qualitative research methods. Through assigned readings and class discussions, this course will examine the philosophical, theoretical and practices of qualitative research methodologies with specific focus on phenomenological and grounded theory. Guest speakers will demonstrate the qualitative methodology utilized in their published work, with particular emphasis on analytical strategies and preparing findings for final write up. Students will be exposed to and practice the use of qualitative software. Students will complete a qualitative research proposal in meeting the course objectives. Prequisites: CN 8381 , CN 8382 , and CN 7385 .