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Description of the Study Unit
The aims of the study unit are that the student:
- Can apply the ethics of research to a specific project
- Is able to write a research proposal and defend it
- Is able to carry out a small field research project
- Knows how to use qualitative approaches to social phenomena
- Is able to undertake basic social analysis
- Knows how to develop critical knowledge of a local situation
- Is able to write a research report using the correct technical language and format
- Is able to demonstrate the ability to use on-line resources
- Can present the results of research and use feedback constructively
The contents of the study unit include:
- Research ethics
- Research proposal development
- Practical research planning
- Use of data bases and on-line resources
- Implementing a research plan and analysing the results
- Writing and presentation of the results of research
Process of the Study Unit week 1
Dr. Ari Niemien and Ing. Soňa Kantorová, 0.5 cr
Lectures on research in local situations, ethics of research and use of on line resources lectures on academic language and use of English weeks 4-7
Mag. Tony Addy (Responsible teacher) 4.0cr
Individual or pair work research assignment with supervision by the responsible teacher and the local supervisor
(see study unit 7) 4 credits week 8
Mag. Tony Addy (Responsible teacher) and Doc. Dr. Jindřich Halama 0.5 cr
Research assignment presentations 2 x 7 hours (two groups)