Métodos de Investigación en Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales

Nombre del cursoMétodos de Investigación en Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales
Código del cursoSOC290
DescripciónIn this course, students will learn to design research while using a variety of research methods, theories, and concepts. Students will familiarize themselves with all phases of a research project, including the philosophy of the research, its design and conduct, the collection, categorization, operationalization, and analysis of research data, and their evaluation. You will be asked to work individually and in teams to demonstrate your facility with theories and their appropriate use, as well as to hone your research, public presentation, and writing skills. Papers and presentations are treated as pedagogical exercises to augment your learning in the course. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of research and the researcher’s role. The course is a combination of a lecture and a seminar. The presentation of the material will be followed by discussions of the relevant empirical and theoretical studies.
Resultados del aprendizajeAl finalizar este curso, los estudiantes deben ser capaces de:
– Comprehend and have a clear understanding of different epistemological positions in conducting research;
– Grasp and apply the uses of theory in qualitative research;
– Have a clear understanding of the logic behind quantitative research methods and techniques;
– Understand and demonstrate the link between a research question, research
methods, and sources;
– Write methodologically sound qualitative research designs and criticize the methods used in other social science research projects;
– Demonstrate the ability to conduct basic academic research and analytical writing using proper citations, appropriate to the undergraduate level and experience for the introductory level of data collection on social phenomena.
Facultad Escuela de Artes, Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales
Nivelposgrado
Número de créditos (US / ECTS)3 US / 6 ECTS