3 courses with the subject RSCH-FPX, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
RSCH-FPX7860Survey of Research Methods
Students in this course critically evaluate research in order to gain an understanding of the scientific methods of inquiry and the ethical considerations of research. Students develop and apply skills needed to become educated consumers and creators of research. Students also use their research design skills to analyze and apply research methodologies, validity, reliability and other components of scientific research related to their field of interest.
Students gain an understanding of the logic, computation, and interpretation of statistics, with an emphasis on decision-making skills in the research process and on the application and interpretation of statistical results. Students utilize the statistical program JASP to practice running and interpreting statistical analyses.
Students investigate essential concepts and methods for conducting qualitative research. Students engage in hands-on practice with qualitative research techniques, focusing on the appropriate applications, strengths, and limitations of various qualitative approaches, sampling methods, and analysis strategies. Throughout the course, students develop an understanding of ethical considerations, particularly when researching vulnerable and diverse populations, and strategies to protect human subjects. Students also examine the alignment of qualitative approaches with sampling and analysis approaches to ensure rigor and produce meaningful insights.
