RES 7000 - Introduction to Research Methods

This course emphasizes basic principles and techniques employed in social and behavior science research methods. More specifically, students will review a variety of research methods and will be introduced to the basics of research design. This course will discuss sampling techniques, descriptive, inferential statistics, and basics of testing hypothesis. Students will practice formulating research questions and hypotheses; and interpreting and critiquing statistical results found in peer-reviewed empirical studies. Students will also be able to practice using SPSS. Credit(s): 3