PSY 3058 Qualitative Approaches to Psychology
This course introduces students to the theory and practice of qualitative research methods. Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research will be discussed as different, not opposing, approaches, influenced and driven by different theoretical perspectives, assumptions, and research questions. Students will acquire knowledge about the historical context of qualitative research. In addition, students will gain specific knowledge and practice in the major qualitative research approaches including interview and ethnography. Methods of analysis for qualitative data will also be examined and utilized. Writing skills will be emphasized. Prerequisite: PSY 1004: Fundamentals of Psychology.