Qualitative Methods in Nursing Research
This course focuses on exploration of qualitative research approaches including grounded theory, ethnography, phenomenology, narrative, case study, and pragmatic approaches such as qualitative description. Discussion will include a focus on epistemology, ontology, methods, strategies, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of results. Ethical and special concerns of qualitative research are emphasized.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1) Explain the significance of qualitative research methods for the development of nursing and interdisciplinary science; 2) Explain the relationship between theoretical and philosophical foundations and assumptions of qualitative research methods; 3) Compare qualitative research designs including background, purpose, research; 4) Develop basic skills in qualitative data collection and analysis; 5) Analyze ethical issues related to qualitative research and the protection of human subjects.
Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1) Explain the significance of qualitative research methods for the development of nursing and interdisciplinary science; 2) Explain the relationship between theoretical and philosophical foundations and assumptions of qualitative research methods; 3) Compare qualitative research designs including background, purpose, research; 4) Develop basic skills in qualitative data collection and analysis; 5) Analyze ethical issues related to qualitative research and the protection of human subjects.