CRIM 655 - Qualitative Inquiry

This course provides an introduction to qualitative research methods. Students will gain an understanding of the stages of qualitative research design. The focus of the course is on the basics of various qualitative methodological approaches. The students will learn various techniques that are used in describing and interpreting qualitative data from empirical studies. Students will gain hands-on experience in data collection and analysis. The overarching intent is to prepare graduates to appropriately assess the efficacy of published empirical studies to better inform their decision making as criminal justice practitioners. Typically offered: Spring.
Level: GR
Field of Study Restriction: MAJOR-CJAD

Credit Hours: 3

Ferris Equivalencies: CRIM-650-199708

Department: CRIM