Applied Research Methods in Social Gerontology

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Classes take a dynamic character, incorporating: 1) combination of magistral lessons, combining systematized knowledge and information with critical analysis, based on texts; 2) the design of techniques for data collection, following an active methodology. Students can opt for continuous assessment or evaluation by exam. Continuous assessment is achieved by a paper presentation, applying the theoretical knowledge (100%). Evaluation by exam includes a written test on all course content (100%).

1. To know, master and apply the procedures and methodologies of qualitative/quantitative research at Applied to Social Gerontology:

• To identify research problems and design a research project;

• To select the most appropriate research design;

• To select the universe and the sample/ participants;

• To select and use appropriate quantitative/ qualitative data collection techniques;

• To interpret the collected information and communicate research results to different audiences;

• To solve problems and introduce into daily professional practice both the results of its own reflective research practice, and the results of scientific studies and research;

2. To develop a critical awareness of research results conducted either by other researchers, either by his/ her own.

1. Quantitative Research and Qualitative Research: models of knowledge.

1.1. Experimental Investigation, Non Experimental and Quasi-Experimental.

1.2. Qualitative research: the Case Study, Action Research and Life Stories.

1.3. Mixed Methods Research.

2.The process of quantitative/ qualitative research: how to structure a research project / intervention / evaluation: steps and procedures.

3. Credibility / validity of quantitative and qualitative research.

4. Sampling techniques.

5. Quantitative and qualitative collection data techniques (from choice to design & validation).

6. The research report/ scientific article.

• - paper presentation, applying all the syllabus - 100.0%

• - Exam - 100.0%

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Weil, J. (2017). Research design in aging and Social Gerontology. Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research. Routledge.