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Apr 16, 2024
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CFS 6700 - Qualitative Methods for Children, Adults, and Families
Introduces graduate students to qualitative methods in Child and Family Studies and related disciplines. Students will examine historical roots, epistemological perspectives, and ethical issues in qualitative research. Additionally, students will focus on the set of methodological techniques that are needed when researchers create and conduct qualitative research studies, especially those typically used for conducting research in child and family studies. We will explore participant observation, interviewing, and focus group strategies with specific content focused on children, adults, and families.
Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will code and analyze qualitative data, using qualitative software if desired.
- Students will collect qualitative data using one or more of the following techniques: ethnographic and observational methods, interviews, focus groups, or participatory approaches.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of theoretical, epistemological, and ethical issues relevant to qualitative research children, adults, and families.
- Students will investigate qualitative data analyses strategies.
- Students will learn fieldwork techniques through reading about strategies and practical application related to their disciplines.
- Students will produce a research report that incorporates all elements of a publishable article and that enhances their graduate theses in their disciplines.
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