Scientific methodology and communication

Introduction to the theory of science

Characteristics of good research

Research ethics

Research as a means of systematic progress

Quantitative and qualitative research designs

Characteristics of good research topics and how to create one

Literature studies

Choice of methods, including planning and how to carry out and analyze experiments/studies

Use of research databases for problem solving

Data analysis and statistics

Knowledge

have deep knowledge about central questions within the theory of science

be able to analyze central topics within the theory of science

know central terminology for scientific work

Know channels and strategies for scientific communication

Skills

be able to suggest a topic of investigation within science

independently be able to make a plan of how to carry out a scientific work

competence to search for academic publications using central databases

facilitate and analyze data from science projects

General knowledge

competence to read and analyze scientific publications

be able to report results from scientific projects, including projects carried out by the student herself

have developed a clear ethical attitude in relation to how scientific methodology is used

Essay, Lectures, Group Work, Net-based Learning aactivities

The course will be offered both as an ordinary campus course and as a course that is offered in a flexible way to off-campus students. Lecture notes, e-lectures and other types of e-learning material will be offered through Fronter. Communication between the teachers and the students, and among the students, will be facilitated by Fronter.The course will be made accessible for both campus and remote students. Every student is free to choose the pedagogic arrangement form that is best fitted for her/his own requirement. The lectures in the course will be given on campus and are open for both categories of students. All the lectures will also be available on Internet through GUC¿s learning management system (ClassFronter).

Compulsory assignments are essay and participation in project work