Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Understand the principles of sound research design which enable robust collection of data associated with the range of qualitative methods studied;
- Demonstrate critical awareness of a wide range of methods for the collection and analysis of qualitative data;
- Employ appropriate techniques for the systematic analysis and interpretation of sources of qualitative data associated with the range of methods studied;
- Recognise the means by which theory may be developed and linked to the range of techniques used for interpreting and writing about the findings derived from qualitative research data.
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Type | Hours |
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Independent Study | 93 |
Teaching | 7 |
Total study time | 100 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
Software. NVivo qualitative data analysis software available for download via the iSolutions Software download pages. Other similar software tools to support the analysis of qualitative data are available (such as ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, QDA Miner etc) but may require the purchase of a license in order for full functionality to be utilised.
Textbooks
Lichtman, M. (2010). Qualitative Research in Education - A User's Guide.. London: Sage.
Rubin, I., & Rubin, H. (2005). Qualitative Interviewing: The Art of Hearing Data. London: Sage.
Miles, M. and Huberman, M. (2002). The Qualitative Researcher's Companion. London: Sage.
Punch, K. & Oancea, (2014). Introduction to research methods in education. London: Sage.
Law, J. (2004). After method: Mess in social science research.. London: Routledge.
Cohen, L., Manion, L. & Morrison, K (2011). Research methods in education. Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge.
Robson, C. (2002). Real World Research. Blackwell.
Kvale, S. (2008). Interviews: Learning the Craft of Qualitative Research Interviewing. London: Sage.
Silverman, D. (2000). Doing Qualitative Research: A Practical Handbook. London: Sage.
Wengraf, T (2002). Qualitative Research Interviewing. London: Sage.
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 100% |