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P8786  Ethnographic methods in health research

Offers advanced training in the use of ethnographic methods in health research. Explores a range of different qualitative research methods, including participant observation, in-depth interviewing, oral histories, life histories, and case studies, and examines the ways in which these methods can be employed in developing ethnographic studies. Readings draw on different methodological texts and guidelines, as well as a range of published ethnographic studies of different health issues in order to illustrate the use of different approaches. Students are also expected to carry out hands-on observation and interviewing on a regular basis, and receive feedback from the instructor and other class participants on field notes, analysis, and interpretation of ethnographic data.

3 points

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