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DHS 610 Qualitative Research

Module Topic
01

Qualitative vs. Quantitative Research   

Characteristics of Qualitative Research

Qualitative Research Methods (Part I)

02

Qualitative Research Methods (Part II)     

Varieties and Features of Qualitative Research The Nature of Qualitative Data

03

Developing a Conceptual Framework In Qualitative Research       Formulating Research Questions and Defining the Case

04

The Critique Process for Qualitative Studies and Sampling  Within-Case Displays

Causation and Explanations

Drawing Study Conclusions and Findings   

05

Cross-Case Displays   --  What are They and   Why are They Valuable in Qualitative Research? 

Assessing Causality (A Discussion)

06

Summary of Course   

Standards for the Quality of Conclusions

Testing and/or Confirming Study Findings