In this course, students learn and practice quantitative research methods. The aim is to let students go through the whole research process and to teach them in a "learning by doing" way. Students conduct research in small teams of 3-5 students. At the end of the semester, each team submits a final report.
This class meets in the Jinonice building, room B228, on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. starting on February 22, 2024 and ending on May 16, 2024.
Aim of the course
Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (02.02.2024)
The objectives of the course are: a) Understand the nature and purpose of social research and the importance of its methodology b) Learn survey research concepts/vocabulary/terminology c) Understand the basic methodology of survey research
Course completion requirements
Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (02.02.2024)
Grading:
91-100 % = A
81-90 % = B
71-80 % = C
61-70 % = D
51-60 % = E
< 50 % = F (failed; not passed)
Literature
Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (02.02.2024)
Required reading:
Babbie, E. (2012). The Practice of Social Research, Sage Publications.
Recommended Reading:
Sudman, S., Bradburn, N. M., Schwarz, N. (1996). Thinking about Answers: The Application of Cognitive Processes to Survey Methodology. New Jersey, Wiley. Bickman, L. (ed.), (2000). Research Design. London, Sage Publications. Schutt, R. K., (2005). Investigating the Social World. The Process and Practice of Research. Boston, Sage Publications (4th ed.).
Syllabus
Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (02.02.2024)
Course Schedule:
Week 1-3: Designing the research; defining the research objectives and reviewing the relevant concepts. Week 4-6: Preparing the research instrument; pilot testing; planning the fieldwork. Weeks 7-9: Fieldwork; data processing. Weeks 10-12: Analysis of findings; preparation of final report; final reflection and self-evaluation.
