Behavioral science research methods used to study college students and higher education institutions. Examination of frequently used qualitative and quantitative research approaches, critique of published research in the field, and development of research plans.
Athena Title
Research College Student Aff
Prerequisite
ECHD 7400
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will be able to identify and describe the different types of research appropriate to the student affairs and/or counseling fields.
Students will understand and be able to construct a research study.
Students will understand the elements of reporting research and will have an understanding of the APA style of referencing and reporting research.
Students will understand how to write a research prospectus.
Students will understand how to critically evaluate published research and research proposals.
Topical Outline
I. Types of research used in college student affairs
II. Similarities and differences in qualitative and quantitative research methods
III. Selection of a problem
IV. Review the literature
V. Construction of research questions and/or hypotheses
