Course Overview

A foundational program centered on qualitative research methods and hands-on training in leading CAQDAS tools (NVivo, MAXQDA, ATLAS.ti). Focuses on coding strategies, thematic analysis, visualization, mixed method study, ethics, and applying findings to theses or journal articles.

Learning Outcomes

• Differentiate qualitative research paradigms (e.g., Grounded theory, Thematic analysis, Phenomenology, Ethnography)
• Design qualitative studies with clarity on ontology, epistemology, sampling, and ethics
• Collect and manage qualitative data effectively (interviews, focus groups, field notes, documents)
• Master coding techniques—open, axial, selective—and develop robust codebooks
• Use NVivo, MAXQDA, and ATLAS.ti to organize, code, and categorize data effectively
• Apply each CAQDAS tool’s advanced features: network views, memoing, mixed-methods integration, visuals like word clouds and charts
• Visualize relationships, themes, and code networks using tool-specific functions and queries
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and ethical compliance in qualitative analysis
• Translate qualitative findings into coherent thesis chapters or journal-ready narrative segments
• Choose CAQDAS tools based on research needs, usability, pricing, and team workflows—with awareness of user feedback and preferences
• Leverage AI-assisted features—such as auto-coding, thematic suggestions, text summarization, and collaboration—for efficient and transparent analysis