SOC756 Research Methodology

Fakulta sociálních studií
podzim 2015
Rozsah
1/1. 10 kr. Ukončení: zk.
Vyučující
Beatrice Elena Chromková Manea, M.A., Ph.D. (přednášející)
prof. PhDr. Ladislav Rabušic, CSc. (přednášející)
Garance
prof. PhDr. Ladislav Rabušic, CSc.
Katedra sociologie – Fakulta sociálních studií
Kontaktní osoba: Ing. Soňa Enenkelová
Dodavatelské pracoviště: Katedra sociologie – Fakulta sociálních studií
Rozvrh
Po 13:30–15:00 AVC
Předpoklady
NOW( SOC756a Seminar to Research Methodolog )
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Mateřské obory/plány
Cíle předmětu
This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse research methodologies in the social sciences. Students will also learn the basic methods of both qualitative and quantitative research and gain an overview of the necessary practical skills required for their application. Individual topics include the choosing a methodology, formulating research problems/questions, techniques for gathering data, presenting and interpreting results and research ethics. At the end of the semester, students will be able to create a research proposal and carry out a project that allows them to find answers to relevant social science questions.

By the end of the semester, students should be able to:

• Recognize, define and discuss various methods for research in the social sciences
• Review and assess existing research according to its methodology and use of data and methods
• Compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Formulate research problems and apply techniques for collecting data and presenting and interpreting findings that address the relevant research questions
• Cultivate research proficiency and expertise by undertaking a semester-long assignment that involves designing a research project and writing up a proposal elaborating it
Osnova
  • • 1st Seminar: Introduction, course organization
  • • 2nd Seminar: Human inquiry and science. Paradigms and theory in social research
  • • 3rd Seminar: Context of design. What is research design?
  • • 4th Seminar: Research design – Aims, units of analysis, research strategies and time dimension
  • • 5th Seminar: Qualitative methods part I (Focus: interviewing, focus group)
  • • 6th Seminar: No class – Reading week
  • • 7th Seminar: Qualitative methods part II (Focus: case study, Delphi method)
  • • 8th Seminar: Quantitative methods part I (focus on: surveys)
  • • 9th Seminar: Quantitative methods part II (focus: longitudinal and panel survey)
  • • 10th Seminar: Quantitative methods part III (focus: online research)
  • • 10th Seminar: Quantitative methods part IV (focus: cohort analysis, life course theory)
  • • 11th Seminar: Mixed methods
  • • 13th Seminar: In-class presentations of preliminary research proposals
Literatura
    povinná literatura
  • CRESWELL, John W. a Vicki L. PLANO CLARK. Designing and conducting mixed methods research. 2nd ed. Los Angeles: SAGE, 2011, xxvi, 457. ISBN 9781412975179. info
  • BABBIE, Earl R. The practice of social research. 12th ed. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, 2010, xxiv, 530. ISBN 9780495598428. info
  • BRYMAN, Alan. Social research methods. 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2008, xiii, 748. ISBN 9780199202959. info
    doporučená literatura
  • Bergman, M.M. 2008. (ed.) Advances in Mixed Method Research. SAGE:London
  • YIN, Robert K. Case study research : design and methods. 4th ed. Los Angeles, Calif.: Sage Publications, 2009, xiv, 219. ISBN 9781412960991. info
  • The SAGE handbook of online research methods. Edited by Nigel Fielding - Raymond M. Lee - Grant Blank. Los Angeles: Sage, 2008, xvi, 370. ISBN 9781412922937. info
  • DAVIES, Martin. Doing a successful research project : using qualitative or quantitative methods. New York: Palgrave Macmillan, 2007, xiv, 274. ISBN 9781403993793. info
  • The SAGE handbook of qualitative research. Edited by Norman K. Denzin - Yvonna S. Lincoln. 3rd ed. Thousand Oaks: Sage Publications, 2005, xix, 1210. ISBN 0761927573. info
Výukové metody
The course will be given in the form of workshops and student-led seminars. Lectures will focus on both qualitative and quantitative research methods, especially in regard to research design, validity, data collection, and dissemination of research results. Students are expected to complete the weekly readings prior to class, attend classes, participate in discussions, run student-led seminars, prepare and present papers. Written assignments and two tests will facilitate the understanding of the course materials and evaluate students’ understanding of it. Questioning, explaining, collaborating, and demonstrating will be used as teaching methods and strategies.
Metody hodnocení
Conditions for passing the course:

1. Systematic work on literature, questions and responses to weekly readings, class participation
2. Student-led seminars (20-25 minutes)
3. 1st written assignment - Methods and Data Analysis (1-2 pages)
4. 2nd written assignment – Research Proposal (8-10 pages)
5. Two tests

Particular activities of students will be evaluated as follows:

10 points - reading questions
10 points - student-led seminar
10 points - 1st written assignment - Methods and Data Analysis
30 points - 2nd written assignment – Research Proposal
40 points - test results
Vyučovací jazyk
Angličtina
Informace učitele
Dr. Beatrice Chromková Manea
manea@fss.muni.cz, Room 3.18
Office Hours: Monday 9.00 – 10:00 AM
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Předmět je zařazen také v obdobích jaro 2006, jaro 2007, jaro 2009, jaro 2010, podzim 2011, podzim 2012, podzim 2013, podzim 2014, podzim 2016, podzim 2017, podzim 2018, podzim 2019.