COUN 723 - Qualitative Data Analysis

3 Credit(s)

This course provides an in-depth exploration of qualitative research methodologies and the development of advanced-level qualitative research skills. Advanced topics in qualitative research are considered to foster critical thinking skills and to inform a long-term research agenda. Epistemological assumptions, theoretical considerations, data collection, and analytic procedures for grounded theory, phenomenological, narrative, case study, ethnographic research designs, and other emergent research practices and processes are reviewed. This course emphasizes skill in interpreting the results of qualitative data analyses; students will apply knowledge and skill to the analysis of their own research projects. This course will also address writing for professional publications and conference proposals and ethical and diversity issues involved in analyzing and publishing research.

Prerequisite(s):
COUN 712