Research Methodology

Structure Type: Course
Code: KD18F01
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Leikkari, Esa
Teacher Team: Haasio, Ari
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
KIKO-2015   3 spring   3.0   2018-01-01   2018-07-31  
KIKO-2016   3 spring   3.0   2019-01-01   2019-07-31  

Learning Outcomes

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.

Student's Workload

Lectures 24 h, individual studying 48 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Introduction to Research and Development

Contents

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.

Recommended or Required Reading

Literature and materials in the learning environment

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, literature

Assessment Criteria

5 = Excellent understanding of both qualitative and quantitative methods. The student is able to use them critically and analytically in their own work.
3= Good understanding of both qualitative and quantitative methods. Understands the foundations of scientific thinking and can use them in his own work.
1 = Basic knowledge of scientific thinking and qualitative and quantitative methods.

Assessment Methods

- Exam
- assignments

Work Placement

None

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