Methods of Research   [Archived Catalog]
2016-2017 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Spring Addendum
   

RES 1105 - Methods of Research


Students are presented with various research approaches including qualitative and quantitative methods. Conceptual foundations and application of research are explored. Students learn how to evaluate and think critically about psychological research in terms of the formulation of research problem, research questions/hypotheses, research design, methodology, data analysis, conclusions, and legal-ethical issues. Students also learn how to assess feasibility of a study, formulate research questions, and identify methods and design for a proposed study. 3 credit(s)