HDFE 383 - Research Methods (4)

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to research methods and applied statistics in family science. Our topics include the basic elements of scientific thought, the stages in the quantitative research process, and statistical analysis. The development of cognitive skills in the areas of conceptualizing research ideas and measurable variables is emphasized. In addition, students will design an introductory quantitative research project based on a literature review created in Family Dynamics (HDFE 331). This project design will be carried out in Senior Research to follow (HDFE 483). Prereq: HDFE 331. Offered: Fall and Summer.