Are you interested in gaining an understanding of how to design, conduct, and present applied qualitative research? If so, these online workshops are for you! While this series is particularly intended for graduate students, FGS additionally invites and warmly welcomes graduate faculty including supervisors and committee members, as well as research staff, and postdocs. Feel free to come to one, two or all of them! Workshops will be delivered virtually and will be recorded. Registration is required.
Facilitated by Dr. Karen Campbell, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, York University. Dr. Campbell’s program of research focuses on the intersections of women’s health with physical and social geography. She has taught graduate-level courses in qualitative research and designed and conducted multiple applied qualitative research projects using a broad range of study designs and approaches to analysis.
Hosted by Associate Dean, Academic, Dr. Cheryl van Daalen-Smith, RN, PhD
Learning objectives
Over the course of the three webinars, participants will be able to:
- identify critical elements of research design and knowledge generation in applied qualitative research;
- develop an answerable research question, estimate sample size, and engage in reflexivity;
- determine data generation processes that align with the study design;
- develop practical skills to apply Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis;
- develop advanced strategies for presenting qualitative research findings through scholarly publications and professional presentations.
Webinar One: A Guide to Applied Qualitative Research
This webinar provides graduate students with a structured, evidence-based approach to applied qualitative research, guiding participants from the development of a rigorous research plan to the generation of meaningful data. The session will cover strategies for achieving methodological congruence by aligning objectives, design, and sampling, as well as techniques for crafting answerable research questions using the EPPiC framework. Participants will also learn to apply a decision-making process to select appropriate data collection methods, including individual interviews and focus groups. This webinar is ideal for graduate students seeking practical tools and strategies to strengthen the quality and impact of their qualitative research.
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Webinar Two: Reflexive Thematic Analysis in Action
This webinar offers practical insights into Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis. Participants will engage in real-time coding exercises to deepen their understanding of this qualitative research analysis method. The webinar will cover essential topics such as identifying themes, coding data, and ensuring reflexivity throughout the research process, all within the framework established by Braun and Clarke. By the end of the session, students will have gained practical skills to apply Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis.
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Webinar Three: Presenting and Publishing Qualitative Findings
This webinar provides graduate students with advanced strategies for effectively presenting qualitative research findings through scholarly publications and professional presentations. Participants will learn how to synthesize complex qualitative data into clear, compelling narratives, structure manuscripts to meet peer-reviewed journal standards, and design impactful conference presentations. The session will also address best practices for visualizing qualitative results, aligning dissemination approaches with academic and professional expectations, and overcoming common challenges in communicating qualitative research. It is ideal for graduate students seeking to enhance the rigor and reach of their scholarly work.
Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Recordings of previous sessions in this series are available on our YouTube channel:
- Applied Qualitative Research: Developing a Plan for Conducting Applied Qualitative Research
- Applied Qualitative Research: Data Generation using a Decision-Making Framework
- Applied Qualitative Research: From Coding & Beyond - Reflexive Thematic Analysis in Action
For more information, contact the Postdoctoral Services & Professional Skills Coordinator.