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Beyond the Survey: Conducting Qualitative Research – A webinar series*

For more information or to schedule this course, please contact Andy Hickner at alh4014@med.cornell.edu . 

Webinar #1: “Practical Qualitative Data Collection Methods
This session will provide attendees with an overview of alternative methodologies in conducting qualitative research. Attendees will be provided with overviews of interviews, focus groups, observational studies and Delphi method. Best practices in using interviews and the Delphi method for data collection will be highlighted, with interactive activities intertwined to reinforce key concepts with participants. 

Webinar #2: “Thematic Analysis in Qualitative Research” 
This session will introduce participants to thematic analysis, with a focus on Reflexive Thematic Analysis. Tools to conduct thematic analysis will be described with an interactive opportunity to engage in the analytical and coding process involved with this technique.

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Learning Objectives

Webinar #1: “Practical Qualitative Data Collection Methods

By the end of the session attendees will be able to: 

  • Compare and contrast different qualitative methods and identify when to use them.
  • Define the strengths and weaknesses of the interview and the Delphi methods.
  • Describe the data collection process for the interview and Delphi methods. 

Webinar #2: “Thematic Analysis in Qualitative Research”

By the end of the session attendees will be able to: 

  • Compare and contrast the different types of thematic analysis processes. 
  • Define Reflexive Thematic Analysis and explain when to use it.
  • Describe the process of reflexive thematic analysis. 

Agenda

Webinar #1: “Practical Qualitative Data Collection Methods”

Portion: Welcome, icebreaker, learning outcomes, session plan

Instructional Format: Lecture and discussion question using chat

Length of time: 5 mins

Portion: Alternatives to survey method for qualitative data collection 

Instructional Format: Lecture

Length of time: 10 mins

Portion: Activity: What would be the best qualitative method to use to address various scenarios, and why?

Instructional Format: Menti or Padlet

Length of time: 10 mins 

Portion: Use of Delphi method and interviews for data collection

Instructional Format: Lecture

Length of Time: 10 mins 

Portion: Best practices/pitfalls to avoid

Instructional Format:  Lecture

Length of time: 10 mins 

Portion: Review methods sections of 2 articles, identify pitfalls

Instructional Format: Large group discussion

Length of Time: 30 mins 

Portion: Recap & Q&A

Instructional Format: Lecture, Q&A

Length of Time: 15 mins

Webinar #2: “Thematic Analysis in Qualitative Research”

Portion: Welcome, icebreaker, learning outcomes, session plan

Instructional Format: Lecture and discussion question using chat

Length of Time: 10 mins 

Portion: Introduction to thematic analysis (TA)

Instructional Format: Lecture followed by a live poll

Length of Time: 10 mins

Portion: Activity: What type of TA was used for each of these studies?

Instructional Format: Live poll 

Length of Time: 10 mins

Portion: Writing the report and the RTA reporting checklist 

Instructional Format: Lecture

Length of Time: 10 mins

Activity: Knowledge check

Portion: Large group activity/team competition using Socrative

Instructional Format: SOCRATIVE

Length of Time: 30 mins 

Portion: Recap & Q&A

Instructional Format: Lecture, Q&A

Length of Time: 20 mins 

MLA CE credits: 1.5 for each webinar