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Basics of ResearchLaajuus (2 cr)

Course unit code: O202-10

General information


Credits
2 cr

Content

Type of course
Compulsory

Level of course
Professional studies

Objective of course
Students should become acquainted with the research process and understand the role of research in the development of work practices. Students are familiarized with the most common research methods and learn to use them appropriately. Student learn to search for versatile information and estimate different information sources critically.

Course contents
- phases of scientific problem solving and the research process
- different research approaches and methods
- research ethics
- reporting and publishing of the research
- critical analysis and examination of the research

Teaching methods
Lectures and exercises

Assessment methods
Examinations and written exercises

Prerequisites
None

Required/Recommended reading
Will be announced later

Name of lecturer(s)
Ms Päivi Viitaharju

Year of study
Third year

Semester
Spring semester

Language of instruction
Finnish

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