Research Methodology (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

The student is familiar with the main qualitative and quantitative methods and their use. They can use at least one of the methods in their own work. The student is capable of critical and analytical scientific thinking and knows the main analysis methods.

Content

The main quantitative and qualitative methods, e.g. discourse analysis, content analysis, etc. from the point of view of library and information science. Scientific writing.

Materials

Opettajan osoittama materiaali

Teaching methods

Luennot, harjoitustehtävät ja itsenäinen harjoittelu/opiskelu

Student workload

Luennot 24 h, itsenäinen työskentely 48 h

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1-2
Basic knowledge of scientific thinking and qualitative and quantitative methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

3-4
Good understanding of both qualitative and quantitative methods. Understands the foundations of scientific thinking and can use them in his own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5
Excellent understanding of both qualitative and quantitative methods. The student is able to use them critically and analytically in their own work.

Qualifications

Introduction to Research and Development