ORG 6033 - Methods: Quantitative Analysis

(3 units)

Designed to familiarize the student with the basic assumptions, varieties and techniques of quantitative data analysis and with the basic techniques for gathering qualitative data (mainly observational techniques, interviewing and document research). Also reviews ways qualitative data may be quantified for analysis as quantitative data and ways such data may be analyzed in a narrative (e.g. ethnographic manner). Goal is that student can pursue further study independently while entering the proposal design phase of the program.