LEAD 7150 - Methods of Qualitative Research

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

Identify and discuss differing philosophical orientations in respect to knowledge and inquiry among qualitative researchers. Study traditions of qualitative research that have evolved within disciplines of anthropology, sociology, psychology, and organizational theory and critique various qualitative studies. Develop competency in various techniques for gathering, analyzing, and reporting qualitative data. Open to PhD students only. Prer., Introduction to Statistics or equivalent.