COURSE DETAIL
NURS 781 Qualitative Data Analysis Processes
Credit hours: 3
Cluster: Qualitative Research Methods
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Course Level: Graduate
Institution:University of Nevada Las Vegas
Pre-requisites: Introductory research methods in nursing course at PhD level.
Course Description: COURSE DESCRIPTION:Study of range of approaches to management of qualitative data; exploration of criteria for validity and reliability of outcomes. COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1. Analyze various methods of qualitative data analysis. 2. Utilize methods of qualitative analysis in interpreting qualitative data. 3. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of various methods of qualitative data analysis including various qualitative software packages. 4. Describe strategies for ensuring scientific credibility (rigor, trustworthiness) when analyzing qualitative data. 5. Identify common pitfalls in qualitative data analysis. CENTRAL FOCUS OF COURSE: Research
Method of Instruction: METHOD OF INSTRUCTION: All online PLATFORM: WebCampus (similar to WebCT)
Campus visits required: none
Course Contact: Campus Staff CoordinatorElizabeth Gardner
email: Elizabeth.Gardner@unlv.edu
Tuition: NEXus Commo Price
Other considerations: Spring 2010 classes begin January 11 and end April 30, 2010. Please contact Elizabeth Gardner by December 22, 2009 in order to be enrolled for Spring semester.
Available Seats by Semester for this course:
SPRING 2010
Section:
Instructor:TBA
Seats:4
Credits: 3