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Population Research Centre University of Groningen
Training Workshop onQualitative Research Methods
13-17 October 2003.Aims of WorkshopQualitative research methods arebecoming more widely used across avariety of disciplines in the socialsciences. There has also been a renewedfocus on the integration of qualitative andquantitative methods in addressingresearch questions.
This workshop aims to give participants adetailed understanding of qualitativemethods, their theoretical foundations andtheir practical application to researchprojects, especially in health research. Theworkshop sessions are structured so thatparticipants gain experience in boththeoretical and practical aspects ofqualitative research. The workshop has aparticular focus on the conduct ofqualitative methods in developing countrycontexts.
Target AudienceThe workshop is aimed at researchers andpost-graduate research students who intendto use qualitative methods or wish to gaina further understanding of the practicalapplication of qualitative methods.
Venue & DurationThe workshop is conducted annually overa 5-day period, this year from 13–17October 2003. The workshop will be heldat the Population Research Centre,University of Groningen, Netherlands.
ModulesThe workshop is comprised of thefollowing modules:
§ Qualitative Concepts /Techniques§ Ethical Issues§ Theory & Validity in Recruitment§ Data and Data Management§ In-Depth Interviews§ Focus Group Discussions§ Observation Techniques§ Qualitative Data Analysis§ Computer Assisted Data Analysis§ Reporting Qualitative Findings§ Assessing Quality§ Integrating Qualitative with
Quantitative Research
Workshop Practical Activity
University ofGroningen
For further information contact: Rosemary Lawrence (in UK) Stiny Tiggelaar (in Netherlands) Opportunities and Choices Programme Office Manager Social Statistics Division Population Research Centre University of Southampton, United Kingdom University of Groningen, Netherlands Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 5763 Tel: 050-3633898 E-mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Presentation MethodsParticipatory teaching approaches are usedduring the workshop. Each module willtypically consist of a formal teachingsession and practical activities, such as;group discussion, class-room practicalsand group presentations. In addition thereare several field-based practical sessionsduring the workshop which enableparticipants to apply the skills acquired inthe classroom to field situations.Participants will also receive a folder ofdocumentation, which includes courselecture material, reading lists and copies ofrelevant articles.
PresentersThe workshop is a joint initiative betweenthe University of Groningen (Netherlands)and the University of Southampton (UK)and the Max Planck Institute forDemographic Research (Germany). Thecourse presenters are:
Dr. Inge HutterPopulation Research CentreFaculty of Spatial SciencesUniversity of [email protected]
Dr. Monique HenninkDivision of Social StatisticsUniversity of SouthamptonUnited [email protected]
Dr. Inge Hutter is associate professor atthe Population Research Centre,University of Groningen, and coordinatorof the research programme onreproductive health, HERA, of PRCGroningen and NIDI Den Haag. She hasextensive experience in combiningquantitative small-scale surveys withqualitative methods, especially in researchon social-cultural aspects of reproductivehealth in rural South India. In addition, shehas experience in research for action, suchas translating research into healthinterventions.
Dr. Monique Hennink isa senior research fellowat the University ofSouthampton, workingon a programme ofresearch on reproductivehealth in developingcountries. She hasextensive experience inthe design andapplication of qualitativemethodologies. She haspublished onmethodological aspectsof qualitative research as
well as substantive research usingqualitative methods, and has particularexperience in using qualitative methods indeveloping country settings
RegistrationTo register for the workshop, pleasecomplete the registration form belowbefore 30 September 2003 and send it toRosemary Lawrence (contact details in thefooter). The workshop is restricted to 20participants, so early registration isencouraged.
CostsThere are no workshop fees. Participantsare expected to secure funding to covermeals, travel and accommodationexpenses. No bursaries are available fromthe workshop itself.
Field Practical Activity
Participant Information
Travel to GroningenTrain from Amsterdam to Groningen:There are hourly direct trains to Groningenfrom both Amsterdam Central Station andAmsterdam Schiphol Airport. There arealso additional trains but these involve aconnection at Amersfoort. The journeytime from Amsterdam Central and/or fromSchiphol Airport is about 2½ hours. Anational railway timetable can be found atwww.ns.nl The train station at SchipholAirport is located just past the customsarea. Tickets should be purchased prior totravel and are available at the ticketcounters or from ticket vending machines.The price for a single 2nd class ticket is€25.40 and 2nd class return is € 35.65.
Groningen Station to Guest House: SeeMap A for locations. The Guest House isapprox 15 minutes walk from the station.A taxi fare would cost approx €8.
AccommodationA block of rooms is reserved forparticipants at the University of GroningenGuest House. The accommodation is on aBed and Breakfast basis. The cost of theaccommodation is €42 single, €65 doubleroom. The location of the Guesthouse isshown on Map A and the address is:
University Guest HouseKlein Kromme Elleboog 7b9712 BS GroningenTel. 050-3635533
During weekends the guesthouseregistration desk closes at 12.00pm. Ifarriving after this time, please call thetelephone number on the door of theguesthouse (050-3635520) for securitypersonnel to arrange check-in.
Visas & Travel InsurancePlease note that visas for the Netherlandsare required for some nationals. ContactRoyal Netherlands Embassy (London)0906-5503532 or Netherlands Consulate(Southampton) 02380-841172 or visit:
www.oranda.or.jp/index/english/netherlands/vi_visa.html Please ensure that you have anE111 health insurance form:www.doh.gov.uk/traveladvice/treatment2.htm
Teaching HoursThe workshop starts on Monday at 09.00.Teaching hours are between 09.00 and17.00 each day. The workshop will closeon Friday at 17.00.
Workshop LocationThe workshop will be held in thePopulation Research Centre (PRC),University of Groningen. The PRC islocated in the WSN building at Landleven5, first floor of the Zernike Complex.Zernike is the name of the northerncampus of the University of Groningenand is located in the district of Paddepoel(see Map B) in Groningen. It can bereached by local bus or cycle.
Bus to the Zernike Campus: Take bus No.11 or 15 from the Grote Markt (see Map Bfor location). In peak times the bus leavesevery 15 minutes, and every 20 minutes atother times. Exit the bus at the second stopin the Zernike campus and follow Map Bto locate the WSN building. To return toGroningen centre take bus No.11 or 15 inthe opposite direction. The bus journeywill take about 15 minutes; however,busses are often crowded in the mornings.You can purchase a ticket in the bus(approx. €2) or buy pre-paid multiple bustickets (Strippenkaart) from the CentralTrain Station in Groningen. For furtherinformation on Groningen and theUniversity: www.rug.nl
GroningenUniversityAcademieBuilding
Map A: Groningen City Centre.
University Guest House
Groningen Train Station
Bus StopNo. 11No. 15
Map B: University Campus Location.
Population Research Centre University of Groningen
REGISTRATION FORM
Training Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods13-17 October 2003.
Name __________________________________ Title________________
Affiliation __________________________________________________________
Address for Correspondence ____________________________________________
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Email ________________ Telephone ________________ Fax ____________
Please tick as appropriate:
[ ] I am a post-graduate student at University of Groningen, University of Southamptonor Max Planck Institute, Rostock.
[ ] I am research staff at University of Groningen, University of Southampton or MaxPlanck Institute, Rostock.
[ ] I am from another institution ____________________ (institution name/ your status).
[ ] I have secured funding to cover my workshop expenses.
Accommodation booking request:
Accommodation for the workshop is reserved at the University of Groningen Guest House.Please indicate below if you would like a room reserved. Please note that participants areresponsible for payment of accommodation.
[ ] I would like to reserve a room at the University Guest House.
[ ] Single Ensuite Room €42.00[ ] Double Ensuite Room €65.00Arrival Date _____________________Departure Date _____________________Total no. nights requested [ ]
[ ] I will make my own accommodation arrangements.
To assist us in making the course suitable for all participants, please complete the following:
1. Academic Qualifications: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Indicate whether you have any previous experience with qualitative data collection,analysis, or using textual data software and what you hope to achieve from participation in theworkshop:
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Please send completed registration form, no later than 30 September 2003, to:
Rosemary LawrenceProgramme SecretaryOpportunities and Choices ProgrammeDepartment of Social StatisticsUniversity of SouthamptonSouthampton SO17 1BJTelephone: +44-(0)2380-595763Fax: +44-(0)2380-593846Email: [email protected]