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Cursus: INFOWO
INFOWO
Wetenschappelijke onderzoeksmethoden
Cursus informatie
CursuscodeINFOWO
Studiepunten (EC)7,5
Cursusdoelen
What is a research project ? How shall I start to do research ? What are the steps to follow from the problem investigation to the implementation of new solutions ? How do I prepare my first research project?
If you like to be creative, become the creator of novel inventions, and contribute to the scientific world, this course is your first step.
During this course, you will be introduced to the research world. You will have room to be a creative but rigorous scientist by selecting the most efficient and effective research methods. In addition, you will learn how to write your first scientific research paper.

Assessment
Research assignments and two exams.

A repair test requires at least a 4 for the original test.
 
Inhoud
This course provides you with knowledge of scientific research methods and statistics. We cover the following themes:
  • Statistical analysis
  • Design science
  • Qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Course form
The course consists of a combination of lectures, lab sessions, and tutorials.
Being a researcher is an active and practical endeavor. For that reason, students are encouraged to participate in all activities of the course.

Literature
  • Oates, B.J. (2006) "Researching information systems and computing", London: Sage. (ISBN 9781412902243)
  • Gravetter F.J. ,Wallnau, L.B., Forzano, L A B., & Witnauer, J. E. (2020) "Essentials of statistics for the behavioral sciences", Cengage Learning. (ISBN: 9780357365298)

 

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