ILS 580 - Research in Information and Library Design*
Dr. Yan Liu - Fall 2012
Catalog Description
Fundamentals of quantitative and qualitative research methods will be studied. Central research findings and research in literature of the field are
considered.
Learning Goals & Outcomes
Highlights
Implementation of a research project with all of its frustrations, challenges, and accomplishments.
Coursework
Special Project Proposal
Dr. Yan Liu - Fall 2012
Catalog Description
Fundamentals of quantitative and qualitative research methods will be studied. Central research findings and research in literature of the field are
considered.
Learning Goals & Outcomes
- Explain the importance of research in the creation of new knowledge.
- Explain and demonstrate the components of the research cycle.
- Define research problems and scientific research procedures in general.
- Describe the philosophical concepts and methodologies involved in library and information studies.
- Describe the role of research in library and information services.
- Analyze and critically evaluate existing research.
- Assess the actual and potential value of new research.
- Describe a variety of research methods and approaches.
- Identify an area of study and plan for conducting empirical research and analyzing collected data.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of ethical issues of research including human participant research.
Highlights
Implementation of a research project with all of its frustrations, challenges, and accomplishments.
Coursework
Special Project Proposal