Stanley Tanyi Asah
Comprehensive survey of research processes for entering graduate students. Diagnostic and prescriptive evaluation of student research capabilities. Problem and hypothesis formulation, study design, multi-method strategies for gathering and analyzing data, and interpretation and presentation of results.
The course is intended to help: (i) Develop and focus research questions; (ii) Choose a research strategy & Design inquiry; (iii) Initiate data collection via Interviews, Surveys & Field Observations; (iv) Analyze Data; & (v) Write a thesis/dissertation project proposal.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lectures, group exercises, field observations, practicing research
Class assignments and grading