Qualitative Research

Qualitative Research is a method of inquiry that focuses on understanding human behavior and the reasons that govern such behavior. Coursera's Qualitative Research catalogue teaches you the fundamental approaches and techniques used in this type of research. You'll learn how to design and conduct qualitative studies, analyze and interpret data, and present your findings in a meaningful way. This skill is crucial for various fields such as sociology, psychology, market research, and user experience, where understanding the 'why' behind human actions is key. You'll also learn about different qualitative research methods like interviews, focus groups, ethnography, and case studies, and how to choose the right method for your research question.
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    University of Minnesota

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Qualitative Research, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, People Analytics, Statistical Analysis

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    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy, Adaptability, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Operations Management, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Performance Improvement, Process Mapping, Health Care, Health Informatics, Lean Methodologies, Performance Metric, Health Technology, Qualitative Research

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    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Investigation, Environment, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Testing, Anthropology, Diagnostic Tests, Qualitative Research, Data Collection

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics

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    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Patient Communication, Rapport Building, Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Non-Verbal Communication

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    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Sampling (Statistics), Unstructured Data, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Validation, Data Quality, Text Mining

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    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Product Design, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Creativity, Needs Assessment, Product Testing, Interviewing Skills, Storytelling

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    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Maternal Health, Social Justice, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies

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    Skills you'll gain: Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Pareto Chart, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Care Management, Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, Qualitative Research, World History

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    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Environmental Issue, Machine Learning Methods, Qualitative Research, Prototyping