The SOSC 730 LECTURES


Welcome to SOSC 730 podcast series dedicated to demystifying interdisciplinary qualitative research methodologies and techniques. Whether you're familiar with certain methods or are delving into them for the first time, this series serves as an enlightening guide to support your applied interdisciplinary research design.

Perhaps you're embarking on this journey with prior experience, or maybe some of these methodologies are completely new to you. Regardless, as you tread the path towards your dissertation research, there's always more to uncover, refine, and understand. But remember, the ultimate goal of your research project isn't just around the corner. Before finalizing your research methodology, you'll need to complete your coursework and ace your candidacy exams. Hence, this series encourages you not to commit too hastily to a particular approach. Instead, use this opportunity to explore various approaches, weighing their pros and cons against your research aims.

Throughout the episodes, we'll collaboratively navigate the intricate landscape of interdisciplinary qualitative research. The series is crafted to nurture your budding research ideas, molding them into more tangible and articulate forms. So, gear up for a deep dive into the world of interdisciplinary qualitative research. Join me on this quest, and let's explore, learn, and grow together!

Episode 6: Exploring Research Methodologies—Ethnography and Case Studies
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Episode 6: Exploring Research Methodologies—Ethnography and Case Studies

In this episode we pivot from grounded theory to explore participatory and collaborative research. We'll delve into ethnography and case studies and I'll share some of my own insights into the various synergies between the methodologies and explore how as interdisciplinary scholars and practitioners, we have the incredible opportunity to work across the (artificial?) boundaries of various methodological camps if we so desire.

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