EDUC 623 - Quantitative Research Methods in Ed

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Take EDUC-621. (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credit Hours: Min: 3; Max:

Description: This course will emphasize current research techniques/methodologies appropriate for the contemporary teacher. Skills in understanding and critically analyzing professional literature and in applying the findings of current research in educational settings will be emphasized. Basics of statistical analysis will be introduced. Models and designs of various types of studies will be covered, including Historical, Descriptive, and Experimental. The student will be exposed to Pre-experimental, Quasi-experimental, and True-experimental designs and the benefits of each in contemporary classroom environments. The student will also learn to use appropriate software for analyzing research data in education settings. It is recommended that students complete Education 623 within the first 12 hours of their academic program. It is required that students complete Education 623 within the first 18 hours.