SSRES200-23B (NET)

Social Science Research Methods

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Arts Law Psychology & Social Sciences
School of Social Sciences Office
Sociology and Social Policy

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Katrina Roen

Katrina Roen
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K.2.25
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katrina.roen@waikato.ac.nz

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: monique.mulder@waikato.ac.nz

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: em.pooley@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper introduces core research methods used in the social sciences. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches are introduced, along with consideration of key aspects such as research ethics, decolonising research, and Indigenous research methods.
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How this paper will be taught

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There will be weekly lectures, readings, and tutorials. All teaching will take place either synchronously via Zoom or asynchronously via Moodle.
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Required Readings

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There will be a required reading for every week of this trimester. All required and recommended readings will be accessible via the Reading List.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Articulate the ways in which social research have responsibilities in relation to the Treaty of Waitangi
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  • Be able to evaluate the appropriateness and rigor of methodological approaches used in social research
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  • Demonstrate an introductory level understanding of qualitative data analysis and the primary means of analyzing textual data
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  • Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical considerations to be taken into account when conducting social research
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  • Demonstrate awareness of the main differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods, knowledge of which is the most appropriate for specific research goals, and an understanding of the steps involved in collecting and recording data
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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Topics for the written assignment will be provided on Moodle in the second week of the semester.
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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Weekly tasks
40
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Written assignment
8 Sep 2023
5:00 PM
30
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Final test
17 Oct 2023
10:00 AM
30
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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