Realist Synthesis Masterclass-Online
May 9th -16th, 2024
The Realist Synthesis Masterclass Online is a training course for applying realist methodology to the task of literature review. Comprising 18 hours of training, the programme will include a range of activities including didactic sessions, practical exercises and one-to-one consultations. There are no pre-requisites for this course. However upon registration, participants will be provided with recommended readings for preparation.
The workshop will address the following topics:
How to establish programme and middle-range theories suitable for literature review;
How to guide decisions about the scope of data sources to be included;
How to read and code papers;
How to use data sources to construct context-mechanism-outcome configurations;
How to establish a rigorous, transparent and retroductive line of analysis;
How to conduct a rapid realist synthesis;
How to use realist synthesis for programme development;
How to convey findings from a realist synthesis.
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Module A: Fundamental Principles of Realist Synthesis I
May 9th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Module B: Fundamental Principles of Realist Synthesis II
May 10th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Module C: Developing Testable Programme Theories for Realist Synthesis
May 13th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Module D: Database Searching and Identification, Selection and Appraisal Protocol
May 14th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Module E: Retroductive Coding and Configuring
May 15th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Module F: Group Questions and One-on-One Consultations
May 16th, 2024
4:00pm - 7:00pm (BST)
Fee:
Professional: £645 Early Bird** (£745 Regular)
Student: £525 Early Bird** (£625 Regular)
(*Students must have full time student status)
**Early bird ends April 9th, 2024
Refund policy:
50% Until (and including) April 9th, 2024
0% After April 9th, 2024
For queries please contact Robyn at: admin@realistmethodology-cares.org