Research Design and Methods

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Course Description

Compares and contrasts quantitative and qualitative research methodologies applied in evidence-based decision-making across a breadth of disciplines. Students learn how to construct a research design within their domain of interest. Areas of focus include understanding philosophical assumptions, defining the problem, selecting the optimal research strategy, and aligning the appropriate research methods to support the strategy.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Integrate philosophical assumptions and worldviews held by researchers. 2. Discriminate among the characteristics of qualitative and quantitative research methods. 3. Evaluate research designs. 4. Apply research methods within a research design.