This course serves as an introduction to qualitative research theory and methods.  It is designed to provide an overview of research paradigms as well as to begin to train students in the “tools of the trade.”  The course helps students become familiar with writing up, publishing, and reviewing of qualitative research through qualitative books and journal articles.  Students will put theory and methods to use as they enter the field and practice the methods about which they are reading.  The classes will be a combination of lectures, discussion, and workshops.  The course will culminate in a final paper featuring a write-up of the field project that students will conduct throughout the semester.