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COM 700

Research Methods

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Average gradeA-
Standard

Overview

Description

Research methodologies in speech communication.

Units

Lecture3

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Offering

Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

Terms

spring

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • delineate the epistemological differences between qualitative and quantitative research approaches through class readings and discussion.
  • explain the basic characteristics of at least three qualitative approaches and analyze which approaches are appropriate to address a particular research question through a method analysis project.
  • gain experience and expertise in a single qualitative approach by collecting data for a research project.
  • undertake elementary analysis of qualitative data through coding, practice with computer assisted qualitative data analysis.
  • explain how qualitative research is sound, valid, ethical, and rigorous by taking the IRB certification training and through course readings and discussion.
  • identify the components of a qualitative research proposal and article through analyzing ideal texts, course readings, and discussion.