PSY-5361: Research Methods for a Diverse Society

This is an introductory course on quantitative, qualitative, and participatory action research methods. A particular emphasis is placed on sociocultural diversity and its implications for design and methods choices as well as stakeholder participation in social science research. “Sociocultural diversity” refers to the range of social locations with respect to ethnicity, race, age, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, disability/health, socio-economic status, religious and spiritual identities, and additional manifestations of the human experience. The course is organized into four sections. Section 1 introduces students to the scientific method, the research process and the role of ethics in conducting research with human participants. Section 2 focuses on quantitative methods, including sample selection, survey development, and basic statistical methods used in hypothesis testing. Section 3 provides an overview of qualitative methods, including participant observation, interviews, focus groups, and case studies. Section 4 focuses on participatory action research (PAR). Throughout the course, various methodologies will be assessed (quantitative, qualitative, PAR) in terms of their relative strengths and weaknesses for conducting research with diverse populations and in diverse settings, including comparative research (cross-cultural and cross-national). Readings, assignments, and interactive class sessions reinforce the focus on diversity/diverse settings. This is a required core course for students in the M.A. in Psychological Studies.
Min. Credits: 3.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Los Angeles
Method(s): Classroom
Faculty Consent Required: N
Program Approval Required: N
Course Type Psychology, Counseling and Therapy

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PSY-5361: Research Methods for a Diverse Society