Description
Fundamental principles of research design and methods in the social sciences. The primary outcome for the course is a research proposal, in APA format, using either a qualitative or quantitative method. The topics include such areas as: how to formulate a research question; the differences between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods; basic data analysis; elements of a research paper in APA format; conducting a scholarly literature review; and evaluation of a research study for ethical principles. Concepts and skills developed in this course prepare the student for coursework in PSYC 680.
Prerequisites
STAT 280 with a grade of C- or better.