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Introduction to ResearchLaajuus (3 cr)

Course unit code: T064-5

General information


Credits
3 cr

Content

Type of course Compulsory

Level of course Professional studies

Objective of course
Students understand the significance of research in the development of work practices. They are familiarised with the production and description of qualitative and quantitative research material.

Course contents
- research as a part of professional competence
- research process
- research methods
- qualitative and quantitative analysis methods of material
- basics of statistics
- research ethics and critical evaluation of research

Teaching methods
- lectures
- exercises
- group works, individual assignments

Assessment methods
- exercises
- research analysis
- examination

Prerequisites
- T060-5

Required / Recommended reading
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes P., Sajavaara, P. 2004. Tutki ja kirjoita. Tammi. Helsinki.
Heikkilä, T. 2002. Tilastollinen tutkimus. Edita. Helsinki.

Name of lecturer(s)
Tuija Heikkilä

Year of study
2

Semester
autumn or spring

Language of instruction
Finnish

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