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Unit of Study: EDPK5001 - Qualitative Methods

This unit introduces students to the major issues underlying qualitative research. It examines the relationship between research questions and appropriate study designs, as well as the issues of sampling and ethical considerations. Students will develop extensive skills in the use of various interviewing and observation techniques.

Unit coordinator: Assoc Prof Murray Print

Classes: 12 weeks x 2 hours

Assessment: class exercises and report

Courses this subject is available in

This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:

Doctor of Education

The Doctor of Education offers candidates the opportunity for advanced self-reflective research into the education profession and professional practice in education. The specific aim of the Doctor of Education is to develop research professionals, through completion of coursework and a research thesis.
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies

The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies is a one semester program for leaders and future leaders in education in a dynamic climate or educational change and innovation. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Graduate Certificate in Learning Science and Technology

The Graduate Certificate in Learning Science and Technology is an innovative one semester program designed for people working, or considering working in, the rapidly growing field of e-learning.
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Graduate Certificate in Policy Studies

This course aims to equip students with conceptual skills required for practical policy analysis and policy development in educational and social and community services domains.
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Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies

The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is for trained teachers who wish to better understand educational theory and research. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education

The Master of Education (MEd) is one of the largest postgraduate coursework programs in Australia, and is designed to develop and support the careers of trained teachers who are teaching professionals, educational administrators, researchers and policymakers. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education (Research)

This course focuses primarily on research in the area of education.
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Master of Learning Science and Technology

The Master of Learning Science & Technology (MLS&T) is an innovative program in e-learning practice and research that is founded on principles for design, management and innovation. The program is hands-on and available in two streams: a Professional stream, and a Research stream.
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Master of Philosophy in Education

This course is designed for students interested in pursuing research in the area of Education but not eligible to undertake a PhD.
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Master of Policy Studies

This Master of Policy Studies course aims to equip students with conceptual skills required for practical policy analysis and policy development in educational and social and community services domains.
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