Theories of Qualitative Research
Undecided, but in past years, we have read works of sociology.
Last fall semester, we read empirical studies and classics of qualitative research in sociology, and this spring semester, we read articles and books on quantitative research on gender order with a focus on regime theory. 2023 fall semester, we will lecture and discuss theories for "qualitative research" in a broad sense, reading Pushkala Prasad, Crafting qualitative research : beyond postpositivist traditions (Routledge, 2018). In addition, students will practice applying the theory they have learned by reading an introductory book that introduces many examples of fieldwork that can be conducted at the thesis level. The textbook is unique in that it not only covers a full range of sociological theories, but also provides many examples of research that apply the theories to practical fields such as management and labor.
Each class consists of a 20-minute presentation by one student, followed by an additional lecture by the instructor, and discussion by all participants. The assigned textbook is dense, but the contents can be read and understood if the students have read "Contemporary Social Theory" by the teacher. Assuming that all students have read the assigned book, the course will emphasize discussion among students and question-and-answer session with the instructor.