Qualitative Methods in Evaluation

In this course, you will continue to explore approaches to data collection and analysis. The qualitative methods sessions cover qualitative research methods; mining others’ research to prepare literature reviews; and developing data gathering tools such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations. You will use case studies and other qualitative result reports to develop your critical analysis of the validity and reliability of evidence and findings.
 
COURSE TOPICS:

• Introduction to Qualitative Research
• Research questions and components of a research proposal
• Introduction to main QR methods and discussion of interviewing, focus groups, and participant observation.
• Biographical Sketch discussions
• Participant observation: concepts, sample, develop PO protocol.
• Case study observation
• Data analysis

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