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Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description This five-credit module provides an introduction to research and research design. The overall aim is to provide foundational understanding that will inform the development of a research proposal for an MA thesis/dissertation. The lectures will examine key concepts underpinning academic research, major approaches to research design and methodology, and issues effecting the reliability or generalisability of research results. As far as possible, these topics will be explored through case studies of research in areas relevant to your MA programmes. Seminars and coursework will provide an opportunity to workshop the development of a research proposal. You will develop the skills and knowledge to formulate research questions, search and evaluate scholarly literature, design a research study, and prepare for the collection and analysis of research data. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 IntroductionResearch Foundations IResearch Foundations IIResearch Design IResearch Design IIQuantitative Data IQuantitative Data IIQualitative Data IQualitative Data IIReporting ResultsResearch EthicsResearch Proposals | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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