This course provides a foundation for students seeking to gain expertise in research methods used in Psychology and related scientific disciplines. It introduces students to scientific research and all stages involved in developing a robust research protocol. Students will explore essential tools and techniques needed for conducting rigorous psychological research, with the primary goal of enabling them to understand and critically evaluate methodological approaches.<\/p>\r\n
The course includes the understanding and creation of research tools and techniques for collecting and analyzing qualitative data. Key topics include: qualitative research methods, research design, types of qualitative data collection, research models and frameworks, research questions, and qualitative data analysis methods.<\/p>"],"_course_unit_objectives":["field_63f606bd0ec15"],"Course_Unit_Objectives_new":["#"],"_Course_Unit_Objectives_new":["field_664c5c2365623"],"Learning_Outcomes_select":["Learning Outcomes"],"_Learning_Outcomes_select":["field_63f607e69bd76"],"c_learning_outcomes_description":["
Upon completion of the course, students are expected to:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Discuss the principles of qualitative research methods<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Understand and discuss ethical considerations in research<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Learn to design effective research studies by formulating research questions, selecting appropriate methodologies (experiments, surveys, interviews, etc.), and developing research designs ensuring validity and reliability<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Acquire knowledge enabling them to follow international developments in psychology<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Recognize the importance of evidence-based research for shaping practices and programs that support learning, development, skill acquisition, and mental well-being<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Develop skills for conducting thorough literature reviews across diverse databases<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Interpret differences among qualitative data analysis techniques and understand their advantages and disadvantages<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t
Learn how to organize, prepare, and manage qualitative data effectively using appropriate tools and software<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"],"_c_learning_outcomes_description":["field_63f607f99bd77"],"c_mode_of_delivery":["Mode of Delivery"],"_c_mode_of_delivery":["field_6447c76184617"],"Select_mode_of_delivery_language":["Distance Learning"],"_Select_mode_of_delivery_language":["field_66546dc27e3f7"],"select_from_Prerequisites_language":["Prerequisites"],"_select_from_Prerequisites_language":["field_6447c76c84618"],"Prerequisites":["No"],"_Prerequisites":["field_664a8078df416"],"Course_Content":["Course Content"],"_Course_Content":["field_664892bc7a322"],"add_course_content":["
Introductory Note<\/strong><\/p>\r\n THEMATIC UNIT 1:<\/strong> Qualitative Research Methods THEMATIC UNIT 3:<\/strong> Models, Frameworks, and Research Questions THEMATIC UNIT 5:<\/strong> Strategies THEMATIC UNIT 7:<\/strong> Observations THEMATIC UNIT 9:<\/strong> Qualitative Data Analysis Methods \u2013 Narrative Analysis THEMATIC UNIT 11:<\/strong> Qualitative Data Analysis Methods \u2013 Discourse Analysis Telemeetings<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Six two-hour telemeetings will be held with the course instructor throughout the semester. These sessions encourage in-depth discussion and address any questions arising during the study. Active participation is highly encouraged.<\/p>\r\n Before each meeting, students must review the course materials posted on the University of Limassol platform, complete reflection and critical-thinking questions for each thematic section, and prepare additional questions for the plenary session.<\/p>\r\n Assessment<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n 10% \u2013 Five interactive activities (2% each)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t 20% \u2013 Individual assignment<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t 20% \u2013 Group assignment<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t 50% \u2013 Final examination<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n All intermediate requirements must be completed to sit the final examination. A minimum overall grade of 55%<\/strong> is required to pass.<\/p>"],"_add_course_feautres":["field_664a89441aacf"],"c_truefalse":["1"],"_c_truefalse":["field_6447c80f84619"],"read_choice_lang":["Readings"],"_read_choice_lang":["field_664a8c0bc9898"],"c_readings_0_c_readings_1st_row":[" <\/p>"],"_c_readings_0_c_readings_1st_row":["field_6447d03051789"],"c_readings_0_c_readings_2st_row":["
THEMATIC UNIT 2:<\/strong> Designing a Research Study
1st Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>\r\n
THEMATIC UNIT 4:<\/strong> Sampling Methods
2nd Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>\r\n
THEMATIC UNIT 6:<\/strong> Interviews
3rd Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>\r\n
THEMATIC UNIT 8:<\/strong> Qualitative Data Analysis Methods \u2013 Thematic Analysis and Content Analysis
4th Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>\r\n
THEMATIC UNIT 10:<\/strong> Qualitative Data Analysis Methods \u2013 Grounded Theory Analysis
5th Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>\r\n
THEMATIC UNIT 12:<\/strong> Tools and Software for Qualitative Research Analysis
6th Telemeeting<\/strong><\/p>"],"_add_course_content":["field_664a842c9b2b8"],"Features":["Course Features"],"_Features":["field_664a88b548af2"],"add_course_feautres":["\r\n \t
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