Research methodsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are able to choose an appropriate method for data retrieval and justify your choice.
You are able to gather and analyse data by using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods.
You are able to evaluate the reliability of a study.

Content

How does a research process progress?
How to collect and analyse quantitative and qualitative data?
How to evaluate the reliability of a study?
How to report research results?

Accomplishment methods

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations.
b. assess information sources critically.
d. choose appropriate models, methods, software and techniques according to the purpose and justify these choices.