Introduction to the Starting Points of Scientific ResearchLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: NY00FZ15
Credits
5 op
Objectives
The aim:
The student
• understands the starting points and methods of scientific research
• knows the differences between quantitative and qualitative research and approaches of the implementation
• knows the data collection and analysis methods of different research settings
• is able to evaluate the reliability and ethical principles of scientific research
Content
Content:
• criteria for scientific knowledge
• research process
• quantitative and qualitative research and methods
• ethical principles of research
• evaluation of the reliability of the research
• data management
Assessment criteria, pass/fail
Failed:
The student
• does not fulfil the above-mentioned passing criteria
• does not perform the agreed learning tasks
Enrolment period
23.11.2022 - 27.10.2023
Timing
17.01.2023 - 16.12.2023
Credits
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 80
Teachers
- Minna Törnävä
Groups
-
23YAMK
Objectives (course unit)
The aim:
The student
• understands the starting points and methods of scientific research
• knows the differences between quantitative and qualitative research and approaches of the implementation
• knows the data collection and analysis methods of different research settings
• is able to evaluate the reliability and ethical principles of scientific research
Content (course unit)
Content:
• criteria for scientific knowledge
• research process
• quantitative and qualitative research and methods
• ethical principles of research
• evaluation of the reliability of the research
• data management
Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)
Failed:
The student
• does not fulfil the above-mentioned passing criteria
• does not perform the agreed learning tasks
Exam schedules
Online exam at a time chosen by self
Assessment methods and criteria
The student
• understands the starting points and methods of scientific research
• knows the differences between quantitative and qualitative research and approaches of the implementation
• knows the data collection and analysis methods of different research settings
• is able to evaluate the reliability and ethical principles of scientific research
Assessment scale
Pass/Fail
Teaching methods
Self-directive Online Course
Learning materials
Haaparanta, L. & Niiniluoto, I. 2016. Johdatus tieteelliseen ajatteluun. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Heikkilä, T. (2014). Tilastollinen tutkimus. Helsinki: Edita.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. (2015). Tutki ja kirjoita. Helsinki: Tammi.
Metsämuuronen J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä
Ronkainen, S., Pehkonen, L., Lindblom-Ylänen, S. & Paavilainen, E. (2011). Tutkimuksen voimasanat. Helsinki: WSOYPro Oy.
Student workload
5op= 5x27h = 135h
Completion alternatives
-
Practical training and working life cooperation
-
International connections
-
Assessment criteria - pass/fail (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Passed:
The student
- understands the principles of conducting scientific research
- understands the stages of the research process
- knows the key elements and differences of quantitative and qualitative research settings
- knows the suitable data collection and analysis methods for different research settings
- is able to evaluate the ethics and reliability of research
Failed:
The student
- does not fulfil the above-mentioned passing criteria
- does not perform the agreed learning tasks
Enrolment period
02.07.2022 - 16.10.2022
Timing
22.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Credits
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Teachers
- Minna Törnävä
Groups
-
22YAMKYlempi amk, yhteiset opinnot
-
AVOINAMK
Objectives (course unit)
The aim:
The student
• understands the starting points and methods of scientific research
• knows the differences between quantitative and qualitative research and approaches of the implementation
• knows the data collection and analysis methods of different research settings
• is able to evaluate the reliability and ethical principles of scientific research
Content (course unit)
Content:
• criteria for scientific knowledge
• research process
• quantitative and qualitative research and methods
• ethical principles of research
• evaluation of the reliability of the research
• data management
Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)
Failed:
The student
• does not fulfil the above-mentioned passing criteria
• does not perform the agreed learning tasks
Exam schedules
Online exam at a time chosen by self
Assessment methods and criteria
The student
• understands the starting points and methods of scientific research
• knows the differences between quantitative and qualitative research and approaches of the implementation
• knows the data collection and analysis methods of different research settings
• is able to evaluate the reliability and ethical principles of scientific research
Assessment scale
Pass/Fail
Teaching methods
Self-directive Online Course
Learning materials
Haaparanta, L. & Niiniluoto, I. 2016. Johdatus tieteelliseen ajatteluun. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Heikkilä, T. (2014). Tilastollinen tutkimus. Helsinki: Edita.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. (2015). Tutki ja kirjoita. Helsinki: Tammi.
Metsämuuronen J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä
Ronkainen, S., Pehkonen, L., Lindblom-Ylänen, S. & Paavilainen, E. (2011). Tutkimuksen voimasanat. Helsinki: WSOYPro Oy.
Student workload
5op= 5x27h = 135h
Completion alternatives
-
Practical training and working life cooperation
-
International connections
-
Assessment criteria - pass/fail (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
Passed:
The student
- understands the principles of conducting scientific research
- understands the stages of the research process
- knows the key elements and differences of quantitative and qualitative research settings
- knows the suitable data collection and analysis methods for different research settings
- is able to evaluate the ethics and reliability of research
Failed:
The student
- does not fulfil the above-mentioned passing criteria
- does not perform the agreed learning tasks