Qualitative Research in the Urban Field

This class will provide participants with a brief approach to the different techniques that  urban anthropology can offer to qualitative research in an urban environment, such as: participant observation, deep-interviews, focus groups, speech analysis, and observation without participation.

Marcelo Arroyave is a researcher and counselor with 4+ years of experience in qualitative and quantitative research, experience in advising, outreach, and research participants and 3+ years of experience in postsecondary and K-12 education. He has work experience with economically disadvantaged youth, low-income pregnant women and immigrants in a vulnerable situation.

In collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance, Brooklyn Public Library presents University Open Air, a free, three-week series of classes beginning Tuesday, June 11th in Prospect Park’s former Rose Garden.

To access the Rose Garden, follow signs through Prospect Park’s Grand Army Plaza enterance.