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Identical coursesApplied Qualitative Research (B-KUL-E0G68A)
Cannot be taken as part of an examination contract
Dierckx de Casterlé Bernadette (coordinator) | De Vliegher Kristel | Dierckx de Casterlé Bernadette Aims
This course contributes to the following learning outcomes of the course
- Can collect, use and interpret health data correctly
- Can identify and critically evaluate the validity of scientific evidence
- Can translate a complex nursing or obstetric issue into a clear and relevant research question
- Can understand and apply various methods of data collection within a qualitative and / or quantitative research design, analyze data and interpret them critically
The following learning objectives apply at the end of this course
- Can describe the essence, limits and strengths of the qualitative research paradigm in nursing and midwifery research.
- Understand the fundamentals of a qualitative research design
- Can critically evaluate a qualitative study in terms of its overall research design
- Can understand and describe the most important qualitative research approaches and their contribution to nursing and midwifery
- Can understand and describe various methods of sampling and data collection in qualitative research
- Can prepare, critically evaluate and adapt interviewing as data collection method
- Can understand and describe specific strategies to enhance trustworthiness in qualitative studies
- Can understand and describe the specific ethical concerns in qualitative research
- Can apply the basic skills in analyzing qualitative data (based on the Qualitative Analysis Guide of Leuven)
Previous knowledge
The student has basic knowledge in the research paradigm and understands its importance for professional practice.
Order of Enrolment
This course unit is a prerequisite for taking the following course units:
E0G42A : Methods for Care Innovation
Identical courses
This course is identical to the following courses:
E0D24A : Applied Qualitative Research (No longer offered this academic year)
Is included in these courses of study
Activities
4 ects. Fundamentals of Qualitative Research (B-KUL-E0G68a)
Content
- Qualitative research paradigm
- Qualitative research designs and approaches
- Sampling in qualitative research
- Data collection in qualitative research
- Analysis of qualitative data
- Trustworthiness in qualitative research
Course material
Polit & Beck (2013) Essentials of Nursing Research. Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice (mandatory)
State of the art publications and papers completing and exemplifying the content of the courses
2 ects. Data Analysis Practice (B-KUL-E0G69a)
Content
The practicals are an extension of the OLA "Basic insights into the qualitative research approach". The purpose of this OLA is to help students, through practical exercises, understand and apply the theoretical insights in the qualitative research paradigm and to develop early skills in collecting and analyzing qualitative research data.
The workshops offer students the opportunity to practice their skills in smaller groups and under supervision with regard to critically assessing, preparing and carrying out (certain aspects of) data analysis in qualitative research. Students are free to attend one or more workshops, but are required to register and prepare for the workshop(s) (information about this will be communicated in advance).
Course material
Polit & Beck [2021]: Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice. 11de editie. Wolter Kluwer: Baltimore.
State of the art publications in addition to the respective themes (cf OLA Basic insights into the qualitative research approach).
Relevant research material to support workshops.
Format: more information
Gaining insight into the qualitative research approach (such as critically assessing qualitative studies based on their methodology and analyzing qualitative data) requires specific competencies that can mainly be developed through practice. The students have the opportunity to complete exercises independently or in groups and receive feedback on them during the workshops.
Evaluation
Evaluation: Applied Qualitative Research (B-KUL-E2G68a)
Explanation
The written exam examines both basic insights into the qualitative research approach and its application.
No GIS correction is applied to the multiple choice questions.
Zero tolerance applies to this OPO
Information about retaking exams
No partial exemptions are given. Student must retake both theory and practical assignment