The Research Methods Graduate Certificate currently offers concentration areas in: a) Applied Quantitative Methods, b) Qualitative Research and c) Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research. Coursework in both these concentrations prepares researchers to conduct rigorous and meaningful research in higher education as well as research and policy organizations.
Concentration in Applied Quantitative Methods
The Applied Quantitative Methods 18-credit graduate certificate provides supplemental preparation for applied quantitative researchers in higher education, research, and policy organizations. Coursework addresses a variety of applied quantitative methods and includes conducting an applied research project.
Concentration in Qualitative Research
The Qualitative Research 18-credit graduate certificate provides supplemental preparation for qualitative researchers in higher education and policy organizations. Coursework is interdisciplinary and will provide theoretical and applied research training across case study, ethnography, grounded theory, mixed methods, narrative inquiry, and participatory action research.
Concentration in Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research
The Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research (ARDR) 18-credit graduate certificate prepares researchers to conduct rigorous and meaningful research to advance racial justice, decolonization, and equity in society. The certificate has three components: 1) a foundation of three core courses introducing students to critical perspectives in research methods, 2) two electives of advanced applied methods courses including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods options, and 3) an applied capstone course.
Admissions
Applicants must have a conferred Master's degree from a regionally-accredited institution prior to enrollment.
Policies
For policies governing all graduate certificates, see AP.6.8 Requirements for Graduate Certificates.
Certificate Requirements
Total credits: 18
This certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.
Students must select one of the following concentrations:
Concentration in Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research (ARDR)
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDRS 814 | Anti-Colonial Methodologies | 3 |
| EDRS 833 | Participatory Action Research | 3 |
| EDRS 892 | Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Research Capstone | 3 |
| EDUC 855 | Critical Perspectives in Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Critical Discourse Analysis in Education Research | ||
| Evaluation Methods for Educational Programs and Curricula | ||
| Advanced Applications of Quantitative Methods | ||
| Advanced Applications of Qualitative Methods | ||
| Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches | ||
| Advanced Research Methods in Self-Study of Professional Practice | ||
| Qualitative Case Study Methods | ||
| Introduction to Measurement and Survey Development | ||
| Item Response Theory | ||
| Narrative Inquiry | ||
| Grounded Theory | ||
| Special Topics in Research Methods | ||
| Students may choose an alternate elective with advisor approval. | ||
| Total Credits | 6 | |
Concentration in Applied Quantitative Methods (APQM)
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDEP 823 | Research Project: Designing your Study | 3 |
| EDEP 824 | Research Project: Analyzing your Data and Disseminating Findings | 3 |
| EDRS 821 | Advanced Applications of Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 9 credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Introduction to Measurement and Survey Development | ||
| Item Response Theory | ||
| Bayesian Methods | ||
| Hierarchical Linear Modeling | ||
| Structural Equation Modeling | ||
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Concentration in Qualitative Research (QR)
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDRS 812 | Qualitative Methods in Educational Research | 3 |
| EDRS 822 | Advanced Applications of Qualitative Methods | 3 |
| EDRS 895 | Qualitative Methods Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 9 credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Critical Discourse Analysis in Education Research | ||
| Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches | ||
| Advanced Research Methods in Self-Study of Professional Practice | ||
| Qualitative Case Study Methods | ||
| Document Analysis and Archival Research | ||
| Participatory Action Research | ||
| Narrative Inquiry | ||
| Grounded Theory | ||
| Special Topics in Research Methods | ||
| Total Credits | 9 | |