ED 856 - Foundations-Quantitative Research

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3

This course introduces students to the process of evaluating and conducting quantitative research in the higher education field. Students learn the basic methods of quantitative research such as correlational survey research, experimental research, and quasi-experiment research. Besides, this course is designed to help students understand the basic concepts of statistics used in educational research. This course will include eight learning modules with topics ranging from descriptive to inferential statistics. Specific topics include frequency distributions, central tendency, variability, probability theory, and hypothesis testing. As part of the class requirement, students are expected to practice SPSS software on descriptive analysis (frequency, mean, variance, standard deviation, etc.), and basic inferential statistical analysis of comparing mean difference using one sample. The goal is for students to acquire necessary skills and abilities to work with real data of students’ dissertation later in the research sequence.

Offered Spring