Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis
Midwifery
Institute of Health Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | EBL503 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Fall | 4 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Sena Dilek AKSOY
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Explain the purpose and scope of qualitative research in health sciences
2) Being able to explain the importance of qualitative research in health sciences
3) Being able to explain the process and steps of qualitative research
4) Analyze qualitative research methods and analyses
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | ||||||||||
| 1 | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 2 | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 3 | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 4 | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Research Methods and Research Ethics
Course Contents
1. Qualitative Research and Basic Concepts 2. Types of qualitative research 3. Qualitative Research Processes 4. Choosing the appropriate method in the qualitative research process 5. Sampling decisions 6. Creating Qualitative Research Questionnaires 7. Conducting observation and interview 8. Coding the data: First level coding 9. Coding the data: Second Level Coding 10. Content Analysis 11. Use of programs Nvivo, Atlas-ti, MAXQDA 12. Creating categories and themes 13. Interpreting data 14. Writing the Research Report
Weekly Schedule
1) Qualitative Research and Basic Concepts2) Types of qualitative research
3) Qualitative Research Processes
4) Choosing the appropriate method in the qualitative research process
5) Sampling decisions
6) Creating Qualitative Research Questionnaires
7) Conducting observation and interview
8) Coding the data: First level coding
9) Coding the data: Second Level Coding
10) Content Analysis
11) Use of programs Nvivo, Atlas-ti, MAXQDA
12) Creating categories and themes
13) Interpreting data
14) Writing the Research Report
15) Final exam
Recommended or Required Reading
1- Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri, John W. Creswell (Çeviri editörleri: Dr. Selçuk Beşir Demir, Mesut Bütün). ISBN:9786054627455. SİYASAL KİTABEVİ, 2023.
2- Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation, 4th Edition. Sharan B. Merriam, Elizabeth J. Tisdell. ISBN: 978-1-119-00361-8. Wiley Global Leader in Publishing, Education and Research, 2015
3- Niteliksel Araştırmalarda Analiz, Belkıs Kümbetoğlu. Bağlam Yayıncılık, 2021.
4- Sosyolojide ve Antropolojide Niteliksel Yöntem ve Araştırma, Belkıs Kümbetoğlu. Bağlam Yayıncılık, 2005.
5- Nitel Araştırma - Qualitative Research: A Guide to Design and Implementation, Sharan B. Merriam (Çevirenler: Selahattin Turan, Fatma Koçak Canbaz, Muhammed Öz, Engin Karadağ, Derya Yılmaz, Hamit Özen, Mikail Yalçın, Sabiha İşçi, Özge Öztekin, Erkan Dinç, Sedat Yüksel). ISBN: 978-605-133-250-5. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2023.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Discussion
3) Drill and Practice
4) Brain Storming
5) Lab / Workshop
6) Self Study
7) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Practices to Course Grade |
50% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required