Committed to creating healthier lives of communities through credible research and sustainable interventions.
Samarth is excited about growing and nurturing a larger research community. One of our core areas is in building capacity in social science research by offering training programmes and workshops on a variety of topics.
Social Science : an area of research and practice that has evolved rapidly since the late 1980s out of a concern with the adequacy of existing methods in dealing with challenges in the health care scenario. The gradual recognition of the fact that the social and behavioural sciences together with the physical, biological and health sciences are essential for unravelling the complexity of human health, has led to the acceptance of health social science as integral to understanding and solving health problems.
Epidemiology : the study of health-event patterns in a society. It is the cornerstone method of public health research, and helps inform evidence-based medicine for identifying risk factors for disease and determining optimal treatment approaches to clinical practice and for preventive medicine.
Qualitative Approaches : commonly used in social and behavioural research constituting an important tool in the social scientist’s armoury. This approach basically aims to enhance deeper understanding and knowledge on a certain issue or phenomenon of interest, in the process, enabling the researcher to gain a more holistic or contextualized understanding of the problem or issue at hand.
Questionnaire Development : the act of measurement is an essential component of scientific research. Researchers in the health social sciences are frequently faced with the need to measure something which has not been approached previously, or which does not have an existing gold standard against which to compare the new measure with. Understanding the issues and complexities involved in designing questionnaires will enable the development of robust measures that are both reliable and valid.
Monitoring and Evaluation : are the routine processes of measuring or tracking progress towards the achievement of stated goals, and the use of social science methods to systematically investigate the achievement of a program’s results. In order to run efficiently with maximum impact, programs in the development and health sector require structured monitoring and evaluation plans, the use of strong indicators and data sources, and the application of appropriate data collection and analysis methods.
Samarth is organizing the following Online workshops:
Researchers in medical, social and behavioural sciences, post-graduate/Ph.D students with a medical or social science background, NGOs working in the health and development sector and any other interested professional wanting to undertake health related research would benefit from participating in this workshop.
The workshop on Module I: Foundation Course on Qualitative Research Methods is priced at Rs. 4,500/- (Four thousand Five hundred only) per person.
The workshop on Module II : Analysis of Qualitative Data - Thematic Analysis is priced at Rs. 4,500/- (Four thousand Five hundred only) per person.
Payment can be made by Wire Transfer /Demand Draft in favor of “Samarth”, payable at Chennai. The number of participants for the workshop is restricted to 35.
Participants can choose to attend one or both. Those opting for module II only must be familiar with or have already attended a basic course on qualitative research methods
Resource Persons
Module I: Foundation Course on Qualitative Research Methods
Conducted By Samarth (Online Course)
Course Fee Rs. 4,500
4 days ( 3 hours every day)
(Dates: 8th to 11th May 2023)
(2 .00 pm-5.00 pm)
Day One
8th May 2023
| Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 pm – 2.10 pm | Introduction | |
| 2.10 pm – 3.10 pm | What is qualitative research | Shuba Kumar |
| 3.10 pm – 4.10 pm | Designing qualitative research | Rani Mohanraj |
| 4.10 pm - 5.10 pm | Developing a conceptual framework | Shuba Kumar |
Day Two
9th May 2023
| Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm | Sampling in qual. Research | Rani Mohanraj |
| 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm | Saturation in qualitative research | Shuba Kumar |
| 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm | In-depth interviews | Rani Mohanraj |
Day Three
10th May 2023
| Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm | Focus group discussions | Shuba Kumar |
| 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm | Class Activity (form into groups, each group develops a conceptual framework for their study, makes presentation, followed by discussions) |
Day Four
11th May 2023
| Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm | Class Presentation (continue) | |
| 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm | Overview of analysis | Rani Mohanraj |
| 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm | Rigour in qualitative research Wrap up | Shuba Kumar |
Module II: Analysis of Qualitative Data - Thematic Analysis
Conducted By Samarth (Online Course)
Course Fee Rs. 4,500
Three days a week (3 hours per day)
Week 1 (May 22nd - 24th 2023)
Week 2 (29th – 30th May 2023)
(2 .00 pm-5.00 pm)
Week 1
May 22nd - 24th 2023
| Date | Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 - 22.05.2023 | 2.00 – 2.30 pm | Understanding qualitative Data analysis | Shuba Kumar |
| 2.30 – 3.30 pm | Data management & documentation | Rani Mohanraj | |
| 3.30 – 4.30 pm | Development of conceptual framework –Class activity | ||
| 4.30 – 5.00 pm | Class presentation on conceptual framework |
| Date | Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 2- 23.05.2023 | 2.00 – 2.30 pm | Class presentation continued | Shuba Kumar |
| 2.30 – 3.30 pm | Thematic analytical approach | Shuba Kumar | |
| 3.30 – 4.30 pm | Inductive coding | Rani Mohanraj | |
| 4.30 – 5.00 pm | Homework assignments, wrap up |
| Date | Time | Topic | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 3 - 24.05.2023 | 2.00 pm – 4. 00 pm | Demonstration on use of NVIVO-Qual software | Ms. Varsha Shankar Full Time Ph.D Scholar, Dept of Audiology, SRIHER |
Week 2
29th – 30th May 2023
| Date | Time | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 - 29.05.2023 | 2.00 - 3.30 pm | Break into groups, development of codebook |
| 3.30 – 5.00 pm | Developing categories – Group presentations |
| Date | Time | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Day 2 - 30.05.2023 | 2.00 - 3.30 pm | Identifying themes, reviewing with conceptual framework- Group presentations |
| 3.30 – 5.00 pm | Exercise in writing, wrap up |
Bank Name : Canara Bank
Name of the Account : Samarth – Savings Account
IFSC Code : CNRB0001287
Account Number : 1287101017996
Branch : St.Mary's Road branch
Address of the Bank : Canara Bank, 13 and 14 Sundararajan Street, Saint Marys Road, Chennai
For further details please contact
Samarth
New No. 100, Warren Road
Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004
Phone : +91 44 45010070
Mobile : + 91 99411 83173
E-Mail : admin@samarthngo.org
Website : www.samarthngo.org
We also conduct workshops upon request on the topics of Qualitative research analysis, Questionnaire design and Research methods.
Write to us with the following information and we will get back to you:
The cost of the workshop:
The cost for the Faculty will be @Rs.8000/ per person per day exclusive of travel, boarding and lodging costs.
| Dates | Topic | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 19th – 23rd December 2022 | Workshop on Advanced Qualitative Research | Madras SAchool of Social Work, Chennai |
| 28th- 29th November 2022 & 5th - 6th Dec 2022 | Analysis of Qualitative Data – Thematic Analytical Approach | Online Online ( Conducted by Samarth, Chennai & Clinical Epidemiology Unit (CEU), Vellore) |
| 21st to 24 th November 2022 | Foundation Course on Qualitative Research Methods | Online ( Conducted by Samarth, Chennai & Clinical Epidemiology Unit (CEU), Vellore) |
| 6th June to 7th June 2022 13th June to 14th June 2022 |
Module II: Analysis of Qualitative Data - Thematic Analysis | SRMC, Porur, Chennai, TN |
| 16th May to 19th May 2022 | Module I: Foundation Course on Qualitative Research Methods | SRMC, Porur, Chennai, TN |
| 7th - 8th February 2022 & 14th -15th February 2022 | Analysis of Qualitative Data- Thematic Analysis | Online |
| 17th to 20th January 2022 | Foundation Course on Qualitative Research Methods | Online |
| 8th November to 11th November 2021 | Workshop on Instrument Development | Online |
| 4th - 5th October & 27th - 29th October 2021 | Qualitative workshop on Research Methods and Analysis | Department of Psychology of Periyar University, Salem, TN. |
| 6th - 7th September & 13 - 14th September 2021 | Analysis of Qualitative Data - The Framework Analytical Approach | Online |
| 23rd - 26th August 2021 | Course on Qualitative Research Methods | Online |
| 14th - 19th June 2021 | Qualitative Research methods and Analysis (Free capacity Building Workshop) | Online |
| 17th - 22nd May 2021 | Qualitative Research methods and Analysis (Free capacity Building Workshop) | Online |
| 27th - 30th January 2021 | Instrument Development | Online |
| 18th - 23rd January 2021 | Qualitative research methods and analysis | Online |
| 19th - 24th October 2020 | Qualitative research methods and analysis | Online |
| 17th - 24th August 2020 | Qualitative Workshop on Qualitative research methods and analysis | Online |
| 04th January 2020 | Half a day Workshop on Samarth’s Research experiences Social Work students from the University of Houston, USA | Scarf’s Training and Resource Centre, First Floor, Greams Dugar Apartments, 149, Greams Road, Chennai. |
| 29th – 31st August 2019 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 23rd - 25th May 2019 | Workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation | United Way, Mumbai |
| 9th - 11th May 2019 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 27th - 29th March 2019 | Workshop on Instrument Development | VPSV Ayurveda College, Kottakkal, Malappuram, Kerala. |
| 8th - 9th January 2019 | Workshop on Instrument Development | National Institute of Socio Behavioral Department, (NIRT), Chennai. |
| 31st December 2018 | Half a day Workshop on Research Methods for UG Social Work students from the University of Houston, USA(Study Abroad) | SNEHA Foundation, Chennai. |
| 20th - 22nd December 2018 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods | Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai. |
| 13th - 14th November 2018 | Workshop on Instrument Development | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 27th - 28th June 2018 | Quantitative Research Methods Workshop | Aster CMI, Bangalore |
| 8th – 10th May 2018 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 4th - 5th Jan 2018 | Workshop on Research Methods | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main Road, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 23rd June 2017 | Research Methods Workshop | ASTER – CMI Hospital, Bangalore |
| 15th – 17th May 2017 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 14th May 2017 | 1 Day Workshop on Guide to Journal Publications | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 11th – 13th May 2016 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 14th May 2016 | 1 day Workshop on Guide to Journal Publications | SCARF (Schizophrenia Research Foundation) R-7A North Main, Anna Nagar West (Extn.), Chennai- 600 101, Tamil Nadu, India. |
| 1st to 2nd February 2016 | Workshop On Research Methods | Organized by Samarth at Sundaram Medical Foundation, Annanagar, Chennai. | 2nd to 4th November 2015 | Workshop on Instrument Development Samarth-SCARF Collaboration | SCARF’s Training and Resource Centre located at: First Floor, Greams Dugar Apartments, # 149, Greams Road, Chennai – 600006, Tamil Nadu, INDIA. |
| 7th to 9th May 2015 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF), Dementia Training Centre, Chennai |
| 21st to 23rd Apr 2015 | Programme Strategy and Monitoring and Evaluation Plan Development for HOPE Initiative, Lucknow | Samarth, Chennai |
| 14th to 15th Apr 2015 | Questionnaire Development for United Way and AmeriCares | AmeriCares, Mumbai |
| 23rd to 25th Mar 2015 | Operationalizing Indicators, Developing and Administering Surveys | HOPE Initiative, Lucknow |
| 5th to 6th Mar 2015 | Workshop on Research Methods for Masters level students of Psychology, Sociology, Social Work and Anthropology (free workshop) | Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF), Dementia Training Centre, Chennai |
| 22nd to 24th Jan 2015 | Monitoring and Evaluation Workshop for BMSF Partners | Hanu Reddy Residences, Chennai |
| 6th to 8th Nov 2014 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF) |
| 12th to 16th May 2014 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 6th to7th Jan 2014 | Training in Qualitative Research Methods for research team (as part of the NIMH-Diabetes-Depression study) | Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), Chennai. |
| 26th to 30th Nov 2013 | Workshop on Epidemiology and Social Science Research | Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF) |
| 13th to 15th May 2013 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 1st Dec 2012 | Qualitative Research Techniques | IASP ( International Association of Suicide Prevention ) Conference, Chennai |
| Jun 2011to Nov 2012 | Multiple Workshops on Instrument Development, Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | MGR Medical University, Chennai |
| 19th to 23rd Nov 2012 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 20th Sep 2012 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods | SCARF- ICONS Conference, Chennai |
| 29th to 31st Aug 2012 | Workshop on Qualitative Research Methods | Manipal University |
| 7th to 12th May 2012 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 10th to 11th Jan 2012 | Premium Study Workshop | Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF) |
| 19th to 23rd Dec 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 15th to 17th Sep 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods | APAC, Chennai |
| 1st to 2nd Jun 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods for I-TECH Fellows | GHTM, Tambaram, Chennai. |
| 23rd to 25th May 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods | Sangath, Goa |
| 12th to 14th May 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 11th to 12th Apr 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods for I-TECH Fellows | GHTM, Tambaram, Chennai |
| 19th March 2011 | Qualitative Research | Faculty of Social Work, Madras Christian College |
| 4th to 5th Feb 2011 | Qualitative Research Methods | Sangath, Goa |
| 15th to 20th Nov 2010 | Qualitative Research Methods, Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 17th to 22nd May 2010 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 29th to 31st Mar 2010 | Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis | NARI, Pune |
| 20th Mar 2010 | Questionnaire Design for Students of Optometry | Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai |
| 13th Mar 2010 | Qualitative Research for Students of Optometry | Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai |
| 18th to 22nd Jan 2010 | Qualitative Research Workshop: SAATHI Data Analysis and Report Writing Workshop for Achieving MDG5 Governance of Health System in Ethiopia | INCLEN, Delhi |
| 6th to 8th Aug 2009 | Qualitative Research | CERTC-Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram |
| 7th Aug 2009 | Seminar on Qualitative Research for NACO M & E Officers | NACO, Chennai |
| 27th to 31st Jul 2009 | Social Science Research | Stem Cell Research Center, CMC, Vellore |
| 22nd to 24th Jun 2009 | Qualitative Research Methods | Sangath, Goa |
| 18th to 23rd May 2009 | Qualitative Research Methods, Analysis and Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 23rd Apr 2009 | Qualitative Research for NACO Participants | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 17th Jan 2009 | Research Methodology Workshop | India Clinical Epidemiology Network (IndiaCLEN), Chennai |
| 24th to 29th Nov 2008 | Training in Social Science Research | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 19th to 24th May 2008 | Training in Social Science Research | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 10th to 12th Apr 2008 | Workshop on Qualitative Research | IIT, Chennai |
| 28th Jan 2008 | Qualitative Research | JIPMER, Pondicherry |
| 28th Nov – 1st Dec 2007 | Social Science and Qualitative Research | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
| 26th to 28th Jul 2007 | Training in Instrument Development | Biostatistics Resource and Training Centre - CMC, Vellore |
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