SFL 290

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Critical Inquiry and Research Methods

Family Life College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Philosophies of critical inquiry. Principles of designing, conducting, and reporting social science investigations.

When Taught

All Semesters/Terms

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3

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3

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Note

Offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout the year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Title

Evaluate Research Designs

Learning Outcome

Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different methods of inquiry used in investigating the human contexts of human development, home, and family.

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Conduct a Research Study

Learning Outcome

Conduct a research study and write up the results.

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Practical Experience with Research

Learning Outcome

Gain practical experience in using research methods.