Research Methods

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This is an introductory course in qualitative and quantitative research methods. It is designed to introduce you to basic concepts and issues encountered in research investigation. We will discuss what research is, the tools of research, research design, and writing the research report. Included will be an introduction to a diversity of research methods, including survey, historical research, participant and non-participant observation, experimental design, and content analysis. An overview of statistical means of data interpretation also will be presented, including correlations, t-tests, chi-square tests, and so forth. Legal and ethical issues related to research, including research with human subjects, will be examined.