Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- obtain, utilise and assess R&D-related information and their sources critically
- follow the rules of ethical principles applied in all research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods of their own field
- write a scientific report and is familiar with the requirements for language and style and how to document the sources

Implementation and methods of teaching

This course is based both on distance learning and contact lessons. Materials are given in Reppu. Contact lesson 10 - 12h/1 cr. During the course students will write a small scale research report based on the data collected in groups. The initial exam based on the book will be taken individually at the beginning of the course .

Learning material and recommended literature

Materials given during contact lessons and in Moodle

Alternative completion methods

No alternative ways of completion.

Exam retakes

Multiple choice exam in Moodle at the beginning of the course. Retakes during the course during lessons.

Learning environment

Distance learning

Assessment criteria

Student will adopt basics
- of research process
- of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods an analysis
- of reporting scientific results
- of use of data for business purposes

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Initial exam 30%, assignments 70%. Both parts must be passed.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use research methods and concepts on poor level.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use research methods and concepts on adequate level.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use qualitative/quantitative research methods and concept on excellent level.