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210046 VO BAK 4.1 Qualitative Methods of Empirical Social Research (2015S)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 21 - Politikwissenschaft

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Aims, contents and method of the course

The course offers an insight into issues of methodology, while focusing on a variety of qualitative methods, frequently used in social sciences.

Different methodological approaches are introduced and discussed in class.

Special emphasis is put on empirical research methods such as qualitative interviews, focus groups and observation techniques on the one hand, and text analytical methods and approaches to the analysis of visual material, on the other.

The course combines methods of data collection, analysis and interpretation such as

> semi-structured and open interviews (expert interview, problem focused interview, narrative interview) as well as focus groups,

> (participant) observation,

> qualitative content analysis,

> critical discourse analysis,

> analysis of visual representations such as images, video clips and documentaries,

> computer aided approaches to the analysis of textual and visual material

Assessment and permitted materials

Written examination (50% MC questions, 50% open questions/ short essays)

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The course aims at offering students a broad overview of qualitative methodological approaches and making participants familiar with methods frequently used in social sciences.

It further attempts to arouse sensibility and critical reflection regarding the scope and limits of relevant methods.

Examination topics

Lecture and plenary discussion

Reading list

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