Advanced Topics in Social and Cultural Analysis (303-0-20)
Topic
Qualitative Research Methods in Asian American Stu
Instructors
Raymond Andrew San Diego
Crowe 1-125
Meeting Info
Kresge Centennial Hall 2-440: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM
Overview of class
How does an idea, a question, or a phenomenon become a research project? Once completed, how is
that research to be used? As a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary field, Asian American Studies
employs research methods from traditional disciplines including Anthropology, English, Film, History,
Psychology, and Sociology, as well as problem-based fields including queer studies, feminist studies, and
disability studies to produce knowledge about difference towards the aim of social justice.
In this class, we will practice reading and evaluating texts with the intent of understanding how scholars
develop their research questions, modes of "data" collection, and structures of writing. We will also
discuss the ethical concerns of conducting research on, about, and with intersectional Asian Americans.
You will also develop practical skills such as developing research questions, writing a literature review,
completing the IRB process, gathering and analyzing data, and presenting your findings to your peers.
While this class is designed for those are completing a senior thesis or will be next year, 2 nd year students
applying for SURG (or a similar program) are also welcome.
Class Attributes
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area