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Advanced Research Methods

This course is designed for Master of Arts students of English, providing a comprehensive guide to research methods in English studies. It introduces students to the fundamental aspects of research methodology, including the nature of academic research, research processes, and the development of research proposals. The course also covers data collection methods, ethical considerations, and the importance of avoiding plagiarism, equipping students with the skills to conduct independent research.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Research MethodsEnglish StudiesData CollectionResearch EthicsPlagiarism

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Academic Research

2

Research Processes

3

Research Proposals

4

Data Collection

5

Research Ethics

6

Plagiarism

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Researcher

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Academic Writer

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Editor

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Content Analyst

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Research Consultant

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Industry Applications

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EducationPublishingJournalismResearch InstitutionsAcademia

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Understanding Research Processes

7h

Unit 1: The Nature of Academic Research

4 study hours
  • •Define research, explain its characteristics, and understand the qualities of a good researcher.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3.

Unit 2: Research Process in English Studies

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the scientific nature of research in English Studies and its characteristics.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
2

Module 1: Understanding Research Processes

7h

Unit 3: Research Proposals

4 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning and types of research proposals.
  • •Draft a thesis proposal and identify key questions for grant proposals.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.

Unit 4: Research Questions and Hypothesis

3 study hours
  • •Learn to formulate research questions and hypotheses.
  • •Understand the functions of hypotheses in research.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
3

Module 1: Understanding Research Processes

5h

Unit 5: Research Report

5 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of a research report and its importance.
  • •Identify the key components of a research report.
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignments.
Week
4

Module 2: Research Data

5h

Unit 1: Literature Review

5 study hours
  • •Define literature review and understand its aims.
  • •Identify different types of literature review.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
5

Module 2: Research Data

5h

Unit 2: The Citation Styles

5 study hours
  • •Learn different citation styles and their relevance.
  • •Understand what to cite and how to cite using MLA.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
6

Module 2: Research Data

7h

Unit 3: Internet Research

4 study hours
  • •Understand how to conduct research using the internet.
  • •Identify the problems associated with internet research.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.

Unit 4: The Use of Library in Research

3 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of the library in research.
  • •Learn how books are arranged in the library.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
7

Module 3: Research Field and Research Ethics

5h

Unit 1: Methods of Data Collection

5 study hours
  • •Define data collection and understand different methods.
  • •Learn about observation methods, its advantages and disadvantages.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
8

Module 3: Research Field and Research Ethics

5h

Unit 2: Population Sampling

5 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of population and sampling.
  • •Learn about probability and non-probability sampling techniques.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
9

Module 3: Research Field and Research Ethics

5h

Unit 3: Case Study

5 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of case study and its phases.
  • •Learn about different types of case studies.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
10

Module 3: Research Field and Research Ethics

5h

Unit 4: Research Ethics

5 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of ethics and its relevance to research.
  • •Learn about the history of research ethics.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
11

Module 3: Research Field and Research Ethics

5h

Unit 5: Plagiarism

5 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of plagiarism and its types.
  • •Learn about the consequences of plagiarism and how to avoid it.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.1 and 3.2.
Week
12

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Focus on key concepts and methodologies.
  • •Prepare for tutor-marked assignments.
Week
13

Assignment Finalization

6h

Assignment Finalization

6 study hours
  • •Complete and submit all tutor-marked assignments.
  • •Practice essay questions and review key readings.
  • •Consolidate understanding of research methods.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 research design concepts

2

Practice identifying different types of research methods from Unit 6 weekly

3

Review ethical guidelines from Unit 12 and apply them to sample research scenarios

4

Summarize key points from each unit at the end of the week

5

Practice writing research proposals based on different topics from Units 2-4

6

Focus on understanding the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods covered in Module 3

7

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments

8

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions from each unit

9

Allocate specific time slots for studying each unit during the week

10

Join online study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share notes

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