EER501 QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS (8)
Prerequisite(s): EER500
Enrolment restriction(s): MEd, MEd(SpecEd), MEd(TeachLib), BEd(Prim)(Hons), BEd(Prim), BEd(EarlyChild)(Hons) and BEd(EarlyChild) students only
This subject develops an understanding and awareness of the nature and conduct of qualitative research within educational contexts. Through an examination of the underpinning tenets of the paradigm, methodological approaches, and research issues, the intention is to provide an extensive, and broadly based, introduction to qualitative research. From this foundation, students are required to submit a research proposal which, upon approval, will enable them to conduct a small-scale investigation applying qualitative data collection and analytic strategies within a chosen educational context. By so doing, students have the opportunity to engage in research activities, while gaining a depth of insight into methodological, ethical, and analytic strategies and qualitative research. This subject is closely linked to EER500 Understanding and Critiquing Educational Research, EER502 Quantitative Research Methods and ERP402 Education Honours Project/Dissertation.