Lab. Qualitative Methods and Empirical Research: Space

By the end of the Lab, students will:
- Understand the foundations of qualitative research, including the formulation of research questions, the logic of qualitative research design, and the role of theory in empirical inquiry.
- Acquire familiarity with key qualitative methods, including participant observation, in-depth interviews, and focus groups.
- Reflect critically on issues of transparency, validity, and triangulation in qualitative research.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively through group exercises and student presentations.

Upon successful completion of the Lab, students will be able to:
- Design a small-scale qualitative research project, including a clear research question, data collection strategy, and ethical considerations.
- Apply qualitative research methods (e.g., interviewing, participant observation, focus groups) in a systematic and reflexive way.
- Critically assess published qualitative research in terms of methodological rigor and transparency.
- Collaborate in teams, showing the ability to share tasks, discuss findings, and integrate different perspectives.