Abstract
Using an innovative reading assignment structure balances the benefits of studying real research — not just a textbook — against the reality of too little time. Each student reads original research that uses at least one of the research methods studied. With these same studies used as in-class examples, students learn how the assumptions underlying...Download this resource to see full details. Download this resource to see full details.
Details
- Subject Area(s):
- Research Methods
- Resource Type(s):
- Assessment, Assignment, Syllabus
- Class Level(s):
- College 200
- Class Size(s):
- Any
Usage Notes
Discourage students from planning to do last elective reading assigned. An unexpected occurrence that prevents them from doing the reading would leave them with a 0 for the online quiz and no opportunity to do next week’s reading instead.* Some eager students sometimes choose to do more than one elective reading. I allow students who do this to...
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Learning Goals and Assessments
Learning Goal(s):
- 1. Understand how research methods shape and are shaped by other aspects of research: assumptions, question, evidence, findings, and the challenges of studying various settings and populations.
Goal Assessment(s):
- 1. Evaluated with an essay question on the second test in which students are asked questions that require them to evaluate the research methods used relate to other facets of the study. Example essay questions attached.
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