This course offers a comprehensive introduction to qualitative research, focusing on the critical role of interviews as a data collection method. Participants will explore the fundamental principles that differentiate qualitative from quantitative research, while gaining insights into various interview types, methods, and formats. Through interactive learning, attendees will develop the skills necessary to craft clear and effective interview questions and address ethical considerations related to research interviewing. The course emphasizes practical techniques for conducting interviews ensuring data accuracy. Additionally, participants will learn strategies for data organization, transcription, coding, and theme analysis, equipping them with the tools to effectively analyze qualitative data.

-Explain the fundamental principles of qualitative research and distinguish it from quantitative research.

-Develop a solid understanding of interviews as a research method, along with the different types, methods, and formats used.

-Develop the skills to write clear, unbiased, and effective interview questions suited to their research objectives.

-Learn about the ethical issues that are raised by research interviewing and how to address them.

-Choose the best method to capture data and know what to do when things go wrong.

-Gain practical skills in starting, conducting, and closing interviews, ensuring data accuracy and rapport with interviewees Effectively organize your data and decide on the best approach to transcribing it.

-Evaluate different approaches to coding and evaluate which is most suitable for analyzing your own data

-Analyze your categories to find themes, evaluating these against the data.

• Students enrolled, or planning to enroll at postgraduate programs (Master’s & Doctoral).
• Early Career Researchers.
• Academics who want to refresh their info and take a structured training.
• Senior undergraduate students.

Good command of English Language skills.

17 Hours