This interactive online workshop will provide an introduction to focus groups, a data collection method used in qualitative research. Topics covered will include focus group methodology, considerations for planning a focus group, development of focus group discussion guides, focus group facilitation skills, and tips for conducting virtual focus groups.

Attendees will also participate in a mini "mock" virtual focus group session. The workshop will be led by NC TraCS Community and Stakeholder Engagement Program Qualitative Research Specialist MaryBeth Grewe, MPH, and Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Simone Frank, MPH.

Presenters

MaryBeth Grewe, MPH, Qualitative Research Specialist
NC TraCS Institute

Simone Frank, MPH, Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
NC TraCS Institute

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Bradley Staats, DBA, Professor of Operations and Sarah Graham Kenan Scholar at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, will be presenting on the importance of continuous learning.

Objectives:

• Evaluate the challenges that limit learning and process improvement
• Identify how to engage employees in improvement initiatives
• Investigate how to build a learning organization that can innovate continuously

Registration for this event is required.