Qualitative research methodsLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Students know how to analyse and interpret qualitative data. They are able to justify, assess and report the results achieved. Students are capable of critical thinking and know how to apply the methods of R&D. They are also able to apply the results achieved and the conclusions made to the ongoing development of social services. Based on their knowledge and competence, students are able to renew practices in the work environment.

Content

Acquisition, analysis, interpretation, assessment of results and reporting of qualitative data. Assessment of reliability. Interpretation and conclusions. The special features of final projects based on action research.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Satisfactory (1-2)
Students master professional concepts, and they justify their choices using the comprehensive knowledge base, based on the client’s needs. Students assess systematically the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.

Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment as well as apply working methods appropriately and safely.

Students work according to professional ethics as well as commit themselves to the group, enhancing its functioning.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3-4)
Students master professional concepts and make choices together with the client using the comprehensive knowledge base. They also assess and develop their own functioning systematically.

Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment. They also apply working methods flexibly and safely.

Students work according to professional ethics considering the characteristics of various situations, and in their work they commit themselves to the code of professional conduct.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5)
Students master professional concepts and make choices together with the client using the comprehensive knowledge base, in changing environments. They also assess their own functioning and produce knowledge to develop their operating environment.

Students act independently and professionally and develop their working and operating environments together with other actors.

Students work according to professional ethics considering the characteristics of complex and unpredictable situations. Their work develops and renews professional procedures and practices.