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Introduction to Research and DevelopmentLaajuus (2 cr)

Course unit code: YP00BY73

General information


Credits
2 cr
Teaching language
English

Objective

The student is able to
- identify differences in scientific and everyday thinking
- define different approaches to research and basics concepts of research
- present the stages of a research process and reporting (structure)
- explain the importance of critical thinking in research and development work
- give examples on the meaning of research ethics

Content

- scientific and everyday thinking
- general research ethics
- central research methods
- basic concepts and structure of research
- stages of research process and report
- research and development approach to work

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

- Pass/ fail
- Fail: the student does not achieve the learning outcomes of the course.

Materials

- Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15th edition. Helsinki: Tammi.
- material provided by the teacher

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