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Qualitative research

Course Description: A research method focused on obtaining data through open communication and dialogue, as well as through observation and images.

Credits: 2

Objectives of the course :

Understand the historical and theoretical background of qualitative research.
Understanding the concept of qualitative research, its characteristics, and its types.
* Study of the differences between quantitative research and qualitative research.
* Studying qualitative research models.
Train students on qualitative research design, its procedures, and its data collection and analysis methods.
Students will be able to evaluate qualitative research.

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:
The student knows the historical and theoretical background of qualitative research.
The student understands the concept of qualitative research and its characteristics.
The student reviews the differences between quantitative research, qualitative research, and mixed methods.
* The student reviews examples of qualitative research.
The student mentions a midterm exam.
The student identifies data collection and analysis methods in qualitative research.
The student defines writing a qualitative research report.
The student understands the criteria for evaluating qualitative research.
Skills:
The student analyzes qualitative research and its characteristics.
The student distinguishes between quantitative research, qualitative research, and mixed methods.
The student implements data collection and analysis methods in qualitative research.
Proposes mechanisms for applying criteria for evaluating qualitative research.
The student explains the use cases of various future studies techniques. .
The student analyzes a midterm exam.
The student summarizes the most important aspects of the qualitative research report.
The student explains to their classmates the steps for using qualitative research.
The student leads a working group to analyze a qualitative research study in the field of educational administration.
Values:
Adheres to the ethics of scientific research.
The ability to communicate with peers and the research community.
Maintains confidentiality of information.

Additional information:

Students are evaluated through assignments and tests.

Last updated: 2026-06-02