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CARD 7100 - Quantitative Research II: Analysis and Statistics
This course explores various methods of analyzing and presenting quantitative research
data. Includes common concepts and techniques for analyzing results of surveys and
experimental research projects: computer statistical programs and an in-house database,
bivariate and multivariate analysis, index and scale development, and more advanced
techniques such as regression analysis. Prerequisite: CARD 7090. Offered winter.
CARD 7110 - Qualitative Research Methods I
This course provides an introduction to the qualitative research traditions and the
philosophical and ethical considerations in conducting this type of research. The course
explores a range of qualitative data collection with a focus on ethnography and
biography. These are two of the five major traditions to be explored in this two-course
series. Techniques used to research conflict and conflict resolution, including in-depth
interviews and participant-observation, data collection and analysis, as well as review of
relevant research literature in the field. Offered fall.
CARD 7120 - Qualitative Research Methods II
This course continues the exploration of qualitative research with a special focus on three
of the five qualitative traditions, phenomenology, the case study, and grounded theory.
Such traditions will also explore how to research conflict and conflict resolution. In
addition, elements of the qualitative research proposal will be discussed and practiced
such as formulating an abstract, research problems, research questions/ objectives, and
methodological analysis. Prerequisite: CARD 7110. Offered winter.
CARD 7250 - Public Policy
Analysis of current policy issues in the field of conflict resolution with an emphasis on the
design, implementation, evaluation and analysis of legislation, including state and local
policy initiatives in Florida, the United States, and abroad. Offered summer.
CARD 7500 - Teaching and Training
An introduction to teaching and training. Reviews instructional models and teaching
literature with emphasis on teaching the adult learner.
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CARD 5000 and CARD 5040 and CARD 7090 and CARD 7110
and CARD 7040, AND 2 of the following: CARD 5100, CARD 5140, CARD 6140, CARD
7020. Offered fall.
CARD 7510 - Teaching and Training Practicum
Provides an opportunity for supervised teaching and training experience in graduate,
undergraduate, continuing education, video and curriculum development, seminar, online
course delivery, and/or workshop instruction in conflict resolution or related field.
Prerequisite: CARD 7500. Offered winter.
CARD 7900 – Dissertation
Focuses on the development, writing, and defense of the dissertation. When approved,
students register for at least three credits per term for a minimum of 12 credits.
Prerequisites: successful completion of all coursework, the qualifying examination, and
the approval of the Program Director and Dissertation Committee. Prerequisite: CARD
7901, 6900. Offered all terms.
CARD 7901 – Dissertation Preparation
This course is designed to provide structure and guidance for students entering the
dissertation stage of the doctoral program. Emphasis in the course will be on the steps
necessary to prepare a draft dissertation proposal including research design, research
