ADPS1153 · Advancing Studies

Research Methods for the Social Sciences

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Samuel Hay

Faculty Overload, Undergraduate Programs, Woods College of Adv. Std

4 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.3
Course: 3.9

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Samuel Hay

Faculty Overload, Undergraduate Programs, Woods College of Adv. Std

4 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.3
Course: 3.9

About this course

This introductory course in research methodology examines issues underlying research from a theoretical and practical point of view. It explores the basic concepts and problems encountered in designing and conducting research and develops the practice of critically thinking about resources located in the research process. Focus is on the tenets of sound research practice to enable students to make reasonable judgments about research read and undertaken.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.29 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.31 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 3.97 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.36 / 5

Weekly effort: ~8 hours

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Evaluation history 5 terms

All available terms for ADPS1153. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.0	4.2
Spring 2024	1	3.7	4.1
Spring 2023	1	4.0	4.6
Spring 2022	1	3.9	4.4
Spring 2020	1	3.1	3.6