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Archived Version 2014 - 2015
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Description This module examines what it means to conduct research: including devising a research question, conducting a literature review, individual research methods (and how they might work together) and academic writing skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the principal methodological approaches to the study of mass communication. 2. Discuss critically the strengths and weaknesses of particular research methods as applied in published studies. 3. Select reliable information sources, including principal archival repositories and on-line journals. 4. Prepare and present a research project outline, with particular attention to information sources and the clear statement of research questions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities IntroductionsComponents of a ThesisLiterature ReviewDatabase Skills - LibraryContent Analysis 1Content Analysis 2Reading Week - Research ProposalFraming Analysis 1Framing Analysis 2Case StudyDiscourse AnalysisInterviews | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Programme or List of Programmes |
GDSMS | Graduate Diploma in Social Media Studies |
HMSA | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
MAP | MA in Political Communication |
MSC | M.Sc. in Science Communication |
MSMS | MA in Social Media Studies |
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