All colloquia are held in room 15 Manning Hall. No registration required. For information, contact Angell Beza, 966-2450.
Qualitative research can be helpful to researchers in a variety of disciplines.
In this overview, Dr. Catherine Lutz , Professor of Anthropology, will focus on the experiential nature of qualitative research and the centrality of interpretation, the selection of cases, the emphasis on detailed description in data gathering, the role of the researcher, and the organization of the final report. For information, contact Angell Beza , 966-2450. Based on the study of group dynamics, focus groups, when properly conducted, result in deeper levels of meaning and reveal unanticipated connections among the various dimensions of the topic under study. The role of the interviewer or moderator is critical in the successful conduct of focus groups. Dr. Lucila Vargas , Assistant Professor of Journalism, will describe her own research and the steps involved in the conduct of focus groups.