Qualitative Social Research Methods I

By the end of the semester, students are expected to: - Be able to critically and reasonably justify the use of qualitative data collection and production techniques. - Develop the necessary skills to collect and/or produce qualitative materials¿textual, audiovisual, and digital¿using qualitative methods in social research. - Understand the theoretical foundations, operational principles, and potential applications of some of the most relevant qualitative analysis methodologies in the social sciences, particularly in the field of sociology, and begin to apply them. - Develop practical competencies in the use of qualitative data analysis software.

K2: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. K5: To know the basic components of cultural differences and social inequalities. K6: Know and value the economic, temporal and human resources available for sociological research. K8: Identify the objectives of social and political analysis as well as the populations subject to social research K9: Understand and synthesize the plurality of approaches and concepts of the subdisciplines linked to sociology. S1: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. S2: Use information interpreting relevant data avoiding plagiarism, and in accordance with the academic and professional conventions of the area of study, being able to assess the reliability and quality of such information. S3: Identify and apply interpersonal skills on responsibility, negotiation and emotional intelligence. S4: Demonstrate good communication and ability to work in multidisciplinary and international environments. S5: Develop personal autonomy in the work and professional sphere in order to identify one's own learning needs. S6: Compose and write speeches following a logical order, providing accurate information and in accordance with the different established standards. S7: Apply the knowledge acquired to identify the sociological perspective in the analysis of social, political and economic processes. S8: Know the tools and instruments of application in the field of sociological analysis in the company S9: Be able to formulate, debate and defend critical reasoning, using precise terminology of the discipline and methodologies of the discipline. S10: Be able to manage, identify, gather and interpret relevant information on the economic, political and social field of teaching and research. S11: Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research techniques, and the ability to discern the most appropriate ones to apply in the specific field of the discipline. C1: Know and be able to handle interpersonal skills on initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., which are required in a professional environment. C2: Know and apply sampling and field work techniques for the different fields of sociological research

Lesson 1. Case study methodology. Lesson 2. Content analysis methodologies. Lesson 3. Discourse analysis methodologies. Lesson 4. The use of audio-visual data in qualitative research. Lesson 5. Qualitative research in digital environments.

The course will consist of lectures and practical sessions. During the lectures, the professor will present the core content of the course. The practical sessions will involve exercises focused on the production, collection, and analysis of qualitative data. These exercises will take various forms: individual and group-based, written, oral, or mixed, and some will require the use of qualitative analysis software. Students will have the opportunity to request individual tutoring sessions to discuss any questions or concerns that may arise throughout the course. In addition, group tutoring sessions will be organized to support the development of team projects.