(in Polish) Metody jakościowe w NoPiA (poziom średniozaawansowany)- 1600-SZD-SPEC-MJ-PA
Participants of the classes are invited to choose 1-2 research methods related to the course topics (grounded theory method and its evolution; thematic analysis, case study, critical discourse analysis, observational and participatory methods) that they would like to delve deeper into. In agreement with the doctoral students, an individual work plan will be developed, encompassing literature discussion, analysis of scientific articles, and practical exercises
Type of course
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge | The graduate knows and understands:
WG_01 - to the extent necessary for existing paradigms to be revised - a worldwide body of work, covering theoretical foundations as well as general and selected specific issues - relevant to a particular discipline
within the social sciences
WG_02 - the main development trends in the disciplines of the social sciences in which the education is provided
WG_03 - scientific research methodology in the field of the social sciences
WK_01 - fundamental dilemmas of modern civilisation from the perspective of the social sciences
Skills | The graduate is able to:
UK_05 - speaking a foreign language at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages using the professional terminology specific to the discipline within the social sciences, to the extent enabling participation in an international scientific and professional environment
Social competences | The graduate is ready to
KO_01 - fulfilling the social obligations of researchers and creators
KO_02 - fulfilling social obligations and taking actions in the public interest, in particular in initiating actions in the public interest
KO_03 - think and acting in an entrepreneurial manner
And others: Doctoral students deepen their knowledge in selected qualitative research methods within the academic context.
Assessment criteria
Description of requirements related to participation in classes, including the
permitted number of explained absences: Participants of the classes select 1-2 research methods related to the course topics that they would like to deepen. In consultation with the doctoral students, an individual work plan will be developed, involving literature discussions, analysis of scientific articles, and practical exercises. Doctoral students attend the classes and work independently. The classes will take the form of consultations and individual work with the doctoral student. One absence is allowed.
Principles for passing the classes and the subject (including resit session): Active participation in classes, written assessment
Methods for the verification of learning outcomes: Written assessment
Evaluation criteria: Correct execution of tasks
Practical placement
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Bibliography
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Yaser Khajavi and Alireza Rasti (2020) A discourse analytic investigation into politicians' use of rhetorical and persuasive strategies: The case of US election speeches, Cogent Arts & Humanities 7(1), 1-15, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23311983.2020.1740051
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