Course aims:

To understand the theory and use of research methods used in education and other social sciences.
To understand the theory and use of research methods used in education and other social sciences.
To understand the theory and use of research methods used in education and other social sciences.

Course Entry Requirements:

Theory of research

Course contents:

I. Short history of research in education sciences II. Theoretical aspects of research in education sciences III. Design of research in education sciences IV. Planning of the research in education sciences V. Gathering data. Quantitative methods VI. Mathematical-statistical methods to process and interpret research data VII. Gathering data. Qualitative methods VIII. Organization and analysis of qualitative data IX. Difficulties during research projects X. Research in schools and universities XI. Research of educational and social policies XII. Criteria for research evaluation XIII. Valuing/applying and publishing the results XIV. Research ethics

Teaching methods:

Lecture, conversation, exemplification.

Learning outcomes:

 Understanding of the research process and requirements  Ability to apply qualitative and quantitative research  Ability to manage qualitative and quantitative data  Ability to find and solve problems related to research projects

Learning outcomes verification and assessment criteria:

Written paper – interpretative essay – 80%; continuous assessment – 20%.

Recommended reading:

Dawson, C., Practical Research Methods. A user-friendly guide to mastering research techniques and projects, 2002,
Ronald H. Heck,, Studying Educational and Social Policy Theoretical Concepts and Research Methods, 20004,
Rugg, G., Petre, M.,, gentle guide to research methods, 2007,
Sharp, J.A., Peters, J., Howard, K.,, The management of a student research project 2002),
Scott D. and Usher R., Researching education: data, methods and theory in educational enquiry, 2011,