Research Methods I

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Dissertation research is the capstone project in the Ed.D. in Executive Leadership Program. This course introduces qualitative and quantitative research methods for empirical research. Coursework ranges from the philosophical foundation of data-driven inquiry, the steps in the research process, diffrent research designs to professional research writing. Students who complete the course learn how to plan, conduct, and evaluate qualitative and quantitative research, thus acquiring the needed knowledge and skills for developing their dissertation research proposal.