EDUC 901 - Applied Research

(3 hours) This course provides an introduction to the design of research studies in applied settings, and specific to each individual dissertation topic and research. Topics include operational definitions of research constructs, sampling methods, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, and threats to internal and external validity, psychometric and statistical methods, quantitative and qualitative inquiry, data analysis and research report writing. Candidates will examine the quality of the research, including the soundness of the design, methods of data collection, methods of data analysis, and the tenability of the conclusions drawn from evidence.