Both topic in one essay, do the first one and then the other, do not mix information together
Choose one of there to address the two topics (Individual and Focus Group Interviews or Observation as method)
Hidden relations of power
Who is exercising the power – whose discourses?
How are people/events characterised?
How is text/event presented?
What is left unsaid?
Data analysis
• Identify and follow processes in witnessed event
• How people describe particular activities
• How people explain when, why or how things happen
• How people deal with everyday practical concerns
1-APA style of referencing
2- page number must be in text citation
3- this is a formal assignment that focuses on qualitative methodology and qualitative methods. In other words, it is expected that you will read broadly on the topic area and provide appropriate references. Avoid being descriptive in your approach to the topic area.
4-This assessment requires you to write an introduction overviewing which module topic/s and questions you will be addressing. You must undertake research and cite the authors of any ideas you introduce into the essay.
5- The resources drawn on to support your points and arguments, must be high quality academic sources including refereed journal articles
6- This assignment requires you to address TWO of the module activities either as a whole or parts/ sections within those activities
7-For example, you might choose to answer module questions on discourse analysis (theory) (or some of the questions within the overall set of questions in that module)
8- You might then address some (or all) of the questions within the module on grounded theory relating to data analysis methods. The choice of questions/modules on first theory and second methods, is up to you.
Assessment Criteria
1-Advanced Knowledge Demonstrates advanced and in depth understanding of areas of theory and methods relevant to qualitative research.
2-Critical Thinking Demonstrates advanced skills in critical analysis and assimilation of a breadth of knowledge related to qualitative research.
3-Academic Writing /Communication Demonstrates clarity of expression and adheres to academic literacy standards in communication of
