ESR 618 Interpretive and Critical Research Design
In this course students will investigate various research designs as they investigate the components and processes involved in conceptualizing, proposing and carrying out research. They will delve deeply into the particular methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and types of data that might be of use in answering their own dissertation research questions. Students explore the interrelationship between questions, methods, forms of analysis, interpretation, context and the impact of their own standpoint on design and findings. Students also consider high quality examples of research, as well as ethical guidelines and principles, as they draft a cohesive research plan. Pre-requisite(s): ESR 608, ESR 612 and ESR 614. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours