Introduces qualitative methods as a research paradigm and develops skills in ethnographic techniques of field observation, interviewing, and data analysis. Out-of-class fieldwork required. Prerequisites: EDRM 6300.

Immersive seminar in reading and analyzing ethnographic studies in education, including journal articles and book-length ethnographies matched to student interests. Examines the purpose, process, and production of ethnography in the field of education. Students conceptualize and design their own ethnographic research study. Prerequisite: An introduction to qualitative methods class (EDRM 6110 or equivalent).

Provides knowledge and skill in conducting quantitative research studies for education and social services. Students apply social science research methods in a laboratory setting and produce a model study. Prerequisites: EDRM 6300.

Introduction to philosophical and methodological foundations of interpretive and empirical-analytic research; overview of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches. Preparation of critical readers and synthesizers of research studies.

An advanced research seminar designed to introduce students to mixed methods research, which integrate qualitative and quantitative approaches, inquiries, and data collection and analysis strategies into a single study or research project. Prerequisites: EDRM 6110, EDRM 6210. Pre/Co-requisites: EDRM 6110, EDRM 6210.