OSCI 8102: Rsrch Des & Quant Methods I
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
This interdisciplinary course provides a broad overview of the major research methodologies and methodological considerations in the behavioral sciences. Using examples drawn from the literature, the course focuses on general principles and perspectives of social science research. Topics include: foundational concepts across the behavioral sciences (e.g., sampling, measurement, ethics, logic of hypothesis testing, etc.), and the evaluation of specific methodologies (e.g., experimentation, observation, survey, archival, epidemiological/ecological designs, etc.). Practical research considerations are also covered (e.g., basics of APA writing, IRB process and forms, data management and data cleaning, development of experimental protocols, etc).
Average GPA: 3.67
Grade distribution records: 73 students across 10 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 50 | 68.5% |
| B | 20 | 27.4% |
| C | 2 | 2.7% |
| W | 1 | 1.4% |
Based on 73 student grade records across 10 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- Amy Canevello 30 students, Average GPA 3.64
- Charlie Reeve 25 students, Average GPA 3.50
- Anne-Kathrin Sheppard 18 students, Average GPA 3.94