This is primarily aimed at first- and second-year undergraduates interested in psychology, data analysis, and qualitative research methods along with high school students and professionals with similar interests.
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This is primarily aimed at first- and second-year undergraduates interested in psychology, data analysis, and qualitative research methods along with high school students and professionals with similar interests.
This is primarily aimed at first- and second-year undergraduates interested in psychology, data analysis, and qualitative research methods along with high school students and professionals with similar interests.
This introduction to qualitative research in psychology provides an in-depth exploration of individuals' lived experiences through methods like interviews and observations. It delves into the historical, philosophical, and cross-disciplinary foundations of qualitative research, illustrating these foundations with a variety of examples, activities, and self-assessments. The course aims to foster an understanding of how qualitative inquiry adds depth and nuance to our comprehension of individual and collective human experiences. It addresses the common critiques of qualitative research and introduces the four trustworthiness criteria that researchers use in evaluating the soundness of a given qualitative study. The course also emphasizes the role of the researcher and the close relationships between the inquirer and participants in qualitative studies.
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Review Key Concepts from Psychology
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Refresh your understanding of fundamental psychological concepts to enhance your understanding of the course material.
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Go over your notes or textbooks from previous psychology courses
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Review online resources or articles to refresh your memory on key theories and concepts
Review Data Analysis Techniques
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Sharpen your foundational skills in data analysis to prepare for the course.
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Data Analysis
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Review statistical concepts and methods
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Practice analyzing data using software or online tools
Explore Online Resources
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Supplement your learning with videos, tutorials, and articles from reputable sources.
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Identify reputable websites and platforms
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Search for tutorials and videos on specific topics covered in the course
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Review and take notes on the material presented
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Read 'Qualitative Research in Psychology' by Flick
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Gain in-depth knowledge of qualitative research principles and methodologies.
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An Introduction to Qualitative Research
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Purchase or borrow the book
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Read the chapters relevant to the course topics
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Take notes and summarize key concepts
Practice Interviewing
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Reinforce your understanding of the interviewing process and hone your skills.
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Interviewing Techniques
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Identify a friend or family member to role-play with
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Prepare a list of common interview questions
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Take turns practicing different types of interviews, such as informational, behavioral, and technical
Organize and Summarize Course Materials
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Enhance your understanding and retention by organizing and reviewing your course materials.
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Review lecture notes, readings, and assignments
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Create summaries and outlines to consolidate your knowledge
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Organize your materials into a logical structure for easy reference
Develop a Case Study Analysis
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Apply qualitative research methods to analyze a real-world scenario, deepening your understanding.
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Case Study Analysis
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Select a case study that aligns with course topics
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Conduct thorough research and gather data
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Analyze the data using qualitative methods, such as thematic analysis or grounded theory
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Draw conclusions and present your findings
Review Key Concepts from Psychology
Show steps
Refresh your understanding of fundamental psychological concepts to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Show steps
- Go over your notes or textbooks from previous psychology courses
- Review online resources or articles to refresh your memory on key theories and concepts
Review Data Analysis Techniques
Show steps
Sharpen your foundational skills in data analysis to prepare for the course.
Browse courses on
Data Analysis
Show steps
- Review statistical concepts and methods
- Practice analyzing data using software or online tools
Explore Online Resources
Show steps
Supplement your learning with videos, tutorials, and articles from reputable sources.
Browse courses on
Online Learning
Show steps
- Identify reputable websites and platforms
- Search for tutorials and videos on specific topics covered in the course
- Review and take notes on the material presented
Read 'Qualitative Research in Psychology' by Flick
Show steps
Gain in-depth knowledge of qualitative research principles and methodologies.
View
An Introduction to Qualitative Research
on Amazon
Show steps
- Purchase or borrow the book
- Read the chapters relevant to the course topics
- Take notes and summarize key concepts
Practice Interviewing
Show steps
Reinforce your understanding of the interviewing process and hone your skills.
Browse courses on
Interviewing Techniques
Show steps
- Identify a friend or family member to role-play with
- Prepare a list of common interview questions
- Take turns practicing different types of interviews, such as informational, behavioral, and technical
Organize and Summarize Course Materials
Show steps
Enhance your understanding and retention by organizing and reviewing your course materials.
Show steps
- Review lecture notes, readings, and assignments
- Create summaries and outlines to consolidate your knowledge
- Organize your materials into a logical structure for easy reference
Develop a Case Study Analysis
Show steps
Apply qualitative research methods to analyze a real-world scenario, deepening your understanding.
Browse courses on
Case Study Analysis
Show steps
- Select a case study that aligns with course topics
- Conduct thorough research and gather data
- Analyze the data using qualitative methods, such as thematic analysis or grounded theory
- Draw conclusions and present your findings
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