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DSIGN581-23A (HAM)
Design Research Methods
30 Points
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Nic Vanderschantz
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G.G.15
nic.vanderschantz@waikato.ac.nz
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What this paper is about
This paper aims to introduce students to the assumptions underlying the different methodologies and methods for performing research in design.
The paper attempts to give students the conceptual and methodological resources needed to think and converse as researchers and to develop a certain level of competence in at least one research methodology/method.
This is accomplished through the generation of a research proposal in a field of interest to the student and critiques of methodological approaches found in the academic literature.
In DSIGN581 you will learn about research, research methods, and design.
How this paper will be taught
DSIGN581 is taught through weekly lectures and self-paced exercises and assessments.
You are required to attend all class sessions and participate in any class discussions and critiques, meet all requirements of the assignments and present your work professionally.
Lectures will include a combination of workshop and lecture content and will be designed to meet the needs of the learners.
Throughout the trimester, we will have a number of guest lecturers during this timetabled lecture, and much of the material will directly influence your success in your dissertation or thesis.
Assignment briefs will be introduced and discussed during lectures.
Required Readings
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:
Assessments
How you will be assessed
Assessment for this paper is based on your completion of assignments and exercises as detailed below.
The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam.