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Qualitative Fieldwork Techniques
Master the art of qualitative data collection: in-depth interviews, focus groups, participant observation, and ethnographic note-taking. Designed for researchers working in diverse cultural contexts.
5 weeksPhD students, qualitative researchers, anthropologistsNext cohort: July 2025
Curriculum
1
Module 1: Foundations
- Philosophy of qualitative inquiry
- Researcher positionality
- Ethics in qualitative research
2
Module 2: Interviews
- In-depth interview technique
- Probing & follow-up strategies
- Recording & transcription workflows
3
Module 3: Group Methods
- Focus group design & facilitation
- Participant observation
- Ethnographic note-taking systems
4
Module 4: Analysis
- Thematic coding
- NVivo & manual coding
- Trustworthiness & rigor
- Writing qualitative findings
Learning Outcomes
- Design and conduct rigorous in-depth interviews
- Facilitate focus groups that generate rich data
- Manage field notes and transcription systems
- Code qualitative data and build credible arguments
Key Topics
Interview technique & probingFocus group facilitationParticipant observation ethicsField note systemsThematic analysis basics