Introduction to Social Research Methodology - JSM692

• Title: Introduction to Social Research Methodology
• Guaranteed by: Department of Sociology (23-KS)
• Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences
• Actual: from 2015 to 2018
• Semester: winter
• E-Credits: 9
• Examination process: winter s.:combined
• Hours per week, examination: winter s.:2/2, Ex [HT]
• Capacity: 30 / 30 (30)
• Min. number of students: unlimited
• 4EU+: no
• Virtual mobility / capacity: no
• State of the course: taught
• Language: English
• Teaching methods: full-time
• Teaching methods: full-time
• Note: course can be enrolled in outside the study plan; enabled for web enrollment; priority enrollment if the course is part of the study plan
• Guarantor: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D.
• Teacher(s): Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D.
• Class: Courses for incoming students

Annotation

Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (15.09.2023)

Unlock the essence of scientific research with our introductory research methods course. Dive into the core aspects of conducting rigorous investigations, gain insight into the critical steps of analytical inquiry, and broaden your understanding of practical tools, techniques, and methodologies.

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research. You will develop essential methodological skills, such as defining indicators, establishing the research design, and determining appropriate data collection methods.

Designed for a wide range of students, this course is a valuable resource for individuals pursuing various specializations within the social sciences. Whether you're an aspiring sociologist, psychologist, or economist, this course provides the essential toolkit to embark on a successful research journey.

Literature

Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (15.09.2023)

Required readings:

Babbie, E., 2012. The Practice of Social Research. London, Wadsworth Publishing Company

 

Additional readings:

Andrews, R., 2003. Research Questions. London, Continuum

Gliner, J. A.; Morgan, G. A., 2000. Research Methods in Applied Settings (An Integrated Approach to Design and Analysis). New Jersey, LEA Publishing

Singleton Jr., R. A.; Straits, B. C.; Straits, M. M., 1993. Approaches to Social Research. Oxford, Oxford University Press

Syllabus

Last update: Mgr. Jiří Remr, Ph.D. (10.09.2021)

 

Course schedule:

     September 29     Course overview

 

     October 6            Introduction to inquiry, process of social research and its key elements

     October 13          Research design

     October 20          Types of data, nature of variables, peculiarities of defining the indicators

    October 27           Sampling techniques

 

     November 3        Modes of unobtrusive and qualitative data collection

     November 10      Modes of quantitative data collection

     November 24      Questionnaire Design

 

     December 1        Research Ethics

     December 8        Analysis of Research Findings

     December 15     Recap

     December 22     Final test