Research Methodology
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KC31TY111 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Master |
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| Credits: | 5.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Huhtamäki, Pauli |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| YTEKNO-2013 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2013-09-01 |
2013-12-31 |
| YTEKNO-2014 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2014-09-01 |
2014-12-31 |
| YTEKNO-2015 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2015-08-01 |
2015-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
The purpose of this course is to teach students about the organisation and implementation of an empirical study. Upon completion of the course, students will be competent in selecting appropriate research methods for their study and compiling a qualitative research plan. They will also be capable of utilising the SSPS programme to analyse their research data. Students will acquire the ability to analytically read quantitative research reports. They will also acquire knowledge of quantitative research methods.
Student's Workload
Total work load 135 h of which scheduled 38 h.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Acquiring information and academic writing
- Research and the statistical frame of mind: gathering research data, studying statistics, frequency distribution, probability distribution, statistical decision-making, statistical dependence and regression
Recommended or Required Reading
- Martti Holopainen and Pekka Pulkkinen (2008): Tilastolliset menetelmät. WSOY Oppimateriaalit Oy
- Tarja Heikkilä (2008): Tilastollinen tutkimus. Oy Edita Ab
- Sirkka Hirsijärvi, Pirkko Remes and Paula Sajavaara (2009): Tutki ja kirjoita. Kustannusosakeyhtiö Tammi
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Blended learning, assignments, seminars
Assessment Criteria
Pass:
Assessment Methods
- Active participation in the lectures and seminars
- Assignments
Students receive a grade of pass or fail for the course.
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