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RESEARCH AND EVALUATION DESIGN AND METHODS

EDPOL 603
Course Description

Examines applied research and evaluation design. Explains the basic components of the research process: conceptualization and measurement, sample selection, and techniques for data generation. Explores and practices research techniques, including survey, focus groups, interviews, etc. Entails a developmental sequence of assignments culminating in a research proposal.

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Graduate/professional standing

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