PSYC 2650 - Research Methods

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Metropolitan Community College - Nebraska

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Description:

This is an introductory course in research methods and design. The course is comprehensive, and as such, students will examine the entire research process including: formulating research questions; sampling, measurement (surveys, scaling, qualitative, and quantitative); research design (experimental and quasi-experimental); data analysis; and research writing. The course also addresses the major theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of research including; the idea of validity in research; reliability of measures; and ethics. The course materials and text use an informal, conversational style to engage both the beginning and the more experienced student of research methods in several areas of study (e.g. psychology, business, nursing, social work, political science and education). Course is offered On-line

Credits:

4.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mccneb.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 457-2400

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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