Understanding Research Methods

( 451 Reviews )

Created by: Dr J. Simon Rofe

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This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods. It will outline the fundamentals of doing research, aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at the postgraduate level. It places the student experience at the centre of our endeavours by engaging learners in a range of robust and challenging discussions and exercises befitting SOAS, University of London's status as a research-intensive university and its rich research heritage.The course will appeal to those of you who require an understanding of research approaches and skills, and importantly an ability to deploy them in your studies or in your professional lives. In particular, this course will aid those of you who have to conduct research as part of your postgraduate studies but do not perhaps have access to research methods courses, or for those of you who feel you would like additional support for self-improvement. No prior knowledge or experience in research is required to take this course and as such, the course is for everyone. This MOOC draws on a wealth of existing course material developed to support research training across SOAS, University of London and particularly drawing from the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy (CISD). In 2015, the course was nominated for the prestigious Guardian University Award for its innovative approach to online learning.Participation in or completion of this online course will not confer academic credit for University of London programmes

Time: 6h

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Dr J. Simon Rofe

4.5 Rating
451 Reviews

Simon is a widely experienced university lecturer who has taught Diplomacy, International Relations, and History to undergraduates and postgraduates for over fifteen years. He has been recognised for the excellence of his teaching with a number of teaching and learning awards including an International E-learning award in 2010. His research interests lie in the broad field of International and Diplomacy History and focus on US Foreign Relations with the rest of the world, and the diplomacy of international sport.

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By Yiran W on 24-Aug-15

Peer review evaluation for assignment work is a great way to foster collaboration and new ways of thinking.. what one reviewer might write could be varied from the next reviewer thereby the course adding a lot of value.

By SebastiÃƒÂ¡n O on 8-Mar-16

AproximaciÃƒÂ³n muy interesante para investigaciÃƒÂ³n clÃƒÂnica. Realmente recomendable!

By ASHISH M on 14-May-18

This course is really help full for beginners

By charu on 3-Mar-18

wonderful class, so sad I didn't get to finish it.

By Alison T on 12-Nov-18

This is very good course for the beginners for having a key concept of research

By Tripper R on 12-Nov-18

This course helped me understand how to direct my research and write useful feedback, as well as explore different research methods. it also helped me understand how to write a literature review effectively and definitely inspired me to begin researching.

By Swetha C on 28-Oct-18

Explanation is good. Different people help to absorb information.

By David A R B on 8-Oct-18

It is helpful.

By Evandro M S R on 23-Sep-18

A good introduction to research methods if you do the required reading properly. The assignments are relevant and can be completed in a short amount of time.

By Prem S S on 9-Sep-18

The course is well structured with a many stimulating activities. Maybe adding other suggested readings more in-depth knowledge of some arguments could be beneficial for the whole course

By Angela K on 8-Oct-19