Qualitative Research and Design

This course gives an overview of qualitative research methodology in light of the student' s respective research theory and design. It is focused on the elaboration of the DMin thesis proposal with a view toward helping the student gain the skill of writing the proposal. At the end of the course the student hands in a first draft of their thesis proposal as part of their course evaluation. Students will learn to identify a research question, explore a variety of qualitative methodologies which can be applied in action research projects, and how to report the results of their research. The course will also address the ethics of research, and key aspects of research, including the preparation of literature reviews and bibliographies.