INF453 Research in Information Studies 2 (16)

CSU Discipline Area: Information Studies (INFST)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

The subject provides an overview of the contexts within which enquiry is undertaken, and introduces candidates to the role and potential of research in information studies. The subject provides grounding in research traditions, paradigms and methodologies relevant to information studies. Candidates study the use of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods and their application to information studies. Candidates will identify a researchable topic and will explore ethical issues related to research.

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Session 2
Distance	Wagga Wagga

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Enrolment restrictions:

Only available to students in Bachelor of Information Studies (Honours)

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

demonstrate an understanding of the contexts within which research in information studies is undertaken;
develop knowledge of qualitative, quantitative and mixed research methods and skills necessary to undertake a research project;
identify a researchable topic; and
develop an understanding of research ethics.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

The nature of research in information studies
The research process
Major research paradigms
Qualitative research approaches
Quantitative research approaches
Ethics in professional research

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