COMM 250 - Applied Research Methods

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): COMM 101 with a grade of C or higher
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): COMM 199

This course provides students with a foundation in common research theories and methods communication experts use to examine and evaluate communication. This course positions students as literate consumers of communications research and future researchers. Students will study methods of data gathering, such as surveys, interviews and observation as well as various forms of analysis, such as content, rhetorical and network analysis. Students will also gain significant experience working with the research resources available through the library.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Analyze effectiveness of a research report
Evaluate qualitative and quantitative research methods
Develop a research project, apply appropriate research methods and present the findings