What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive class outline for EDU 5000: Methods of Educational Research, offered at the University of Detroit Mercy. It serves as a roadmap for students navigating the core principles and practical applications of research within an educational context. This outline details the course structure, expectations, and the skills students will cultivate throughout the term. It’s designed to prepare students for advanced research endeavors, specifically the master’s research seminar and culminating thesis project.
Why This Document Matters
This outline is essential for anyone enrolled in, or considering enrolling in, this graduate-level research methods course. It’s particularly valuable at the start of the term to understand the instructor’s approach, the course workload, and how individual contributions will be evaluated. Future educators, school administrators, and anyone pursuing advanced study requiring a research component will find this outline a helpful guide to understanding the expectations of rigorous academic research.
Topics Covered
* Foundational principles of educational research
* Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
* Utilizing library resources for academic research
* Developing research questions and testable hypotheses
* Research proposal development and structure
* Academic writing standards and style guidelines
* Ethical considerations in educational research
* The relationship between coursework and the master’s thesis
What This Document Provides
* A clear course description outlining learning objectives
* Details regarding required textbooks and materials
* An overview of course requirements and grading breakdown
* Expectations for student participation and engagement
* Information on accessing academic support services
* A description of the primary culminating project for the course
* Instructor contact information and office hours
* Important assumptions regarding student preparedness for graduate-level research