Strategies of Inquiry I

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This course provides a grounding for students in the design of inquiries, systematic data collection, and analysis of information related to research studies. Its focus is qualitative methods, beginning with the connections between theory and method and the principles that govern ethical research. Qualitative methods include analysis of narrative transcripts, interviewing skills, survey research, ethnography, and participant observation. Special emphasis is placed on data interpretation and analysis methods. Students review qualitative research studies in their selected areas of interest. Throughout the course work, social work and social welfare values and ethics are emphasized.