EDUC 8260: Qualitative Methods II

COURSE OVERVIEW & OBJECTIVES This course focuses on the nature and processes of qualitative research; it is designed to extend and elaborate on the topics covered in Qualitative Methods I. In this class, you will read book-length qualitative studies to appreciate how researchers conducted their studies, analyzed their data, encountered difficulties and opportunities “in the field,” and wrote about their findings. You will also read articles specifically about conducting, analyzing, and writing about qualitative research. While the readings are a critical part of this class, the course is designed so that in-class discussions and activities will help you learn to become strategic as you collect, analyze, revisit, and finally write about the data gathered as part of your own small-scale qualitative study.