EDUS2010 Research Methods I (5 cr)

Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Education and Psychology
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024

Description

Different approaches to quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data collection, analysis, and how to review research.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will

- be able to situate their own MA thesis research in the broader context of educational research

- understand the central ontological and epistemological theories and points of view in educational research

- understand the research process from the perspectives of quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research

- be able to justify their own research and methodological choices in a (MA thesis) research plan

Study materials

- Tracy, S. J. (2012). Qualitative research methods: Collecting evidence, crafting analysis, communicating impact. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.

- Applicable parts of: Coolican, H. (2017 or later editions). Research methods and statistics in psychology. London; New York: Psychology Press.

Other materials to be specified during the course.

Completion methods

Method 1

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Teaching (5 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching