Headings denoted with an asterisk ( * ) is retrieved from the course syllabus version Spring 2020
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The participants will carry out a scientific work, where it is included to collect, describe and analyse data with appropriate research method. The results should be discussed in relation to earlier and future research, as well as analyse weaknesses and strengths in own and others' research.
The work should be presented orally and in writing.
Intended learning outcomes
After passing the course, the student should be able to:
- Describe various research methods of both qualitative and quantitative nature
- Apply various research methods of both qualitative and quantitative nature. Examples of these methods are mean value comparisons (t-test and ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis. Examples of methods for qualitative analysis are text analysis and open coding
- Choose research methods that are relevant for different types of research studies
- Explain and discuss the weaknesses and strengths of various research methods
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking
- Apply KTH ethics for copying and citation of others' work
Preparations before course start
Literature
No information inserted
Support for students with disabilities
Students at KTH with a permanent disability can get support during studies from Funka:
INL1 - Hand in Exercise, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
INL2 - Hand in Exercise, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
ÖVN1 - Exercise, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Grading criteria/assessment criteria
The final grade forthe course will be set based on the received P on ÖVN1 and the grade is set to the grade on INL1and INL2(Assignment 1, 3, and 7).
Amaximum of 5points will be givenfor Assignment1, 3, and 7 resulting in a total score of 15points. The point levels for different final course grades are as follows:
Sum of Points
Grades
15
A
14
B
13
C
12
D
11
E
10 or less
F
P on ÖVN 1 is contingenton active individual participation in the seminars(w8, w12, w18, w20).In addition, Assignment 2, 4, and 6 have to receiveP.
Ethical approach
All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
The section below is not retrieved from the course syllabus:
We make use of the “academic quarter” for lectures, not for final presenations of qualitative and quantitative analyses.
•Somesessions are mandatory. It is your own responsibility to make sure that you are able to attend thesesessions.
•Grades in this course are set on anindividualbasis. In particular, if you work in a group and you are not sharing the workload in a balanced manner, then you must include in your hand-insa detailed statement declaring how the work has been allocated between the members.
•Assignments can only be submitted in Canvas. Assignments sent by email will not be viewed.
•You will find administrative information needed in the document you are reading now and in Canvas, together with the schedule in the KTH schedule system. Contact Jens Hemphälä if you have additional questions.
•If you are a student in need of extra support or resources of any kind, you must notify us in advance, and you must do it by following the official procedure at KTH. Contact your coordinator or FUNKA for that. See the KTH website for more information.
•If you fail to hand in the mandatory assignments as stated above, or if your hand-insdo not qualify for marking, this may imply that you will need to attend a later courseinstead.