ISLA IPGT 9485

Research Methods in Social Sciences

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  This curricular unit consists in an initiation to the fundaments of academic investigation, focusing on the most used methods in social and business sciences, and particularly in tourism research. More specifically, the curricular unit addresses: general concepts of academic research, an introduction to the scientific method, different research approaches in social sciences, research ethics, and a detailed approach of the social sciences research process. The latter includes the definition of the research question, exploration, problem definition, and planning of data collection and analysis.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Introduction to methodology The scientific method Styles of reasoning Fallacies Approaches to research Quantitative and qualitative Pure/theoretical and applied Cross-sectional and longitudinal Validity and ethics in research Validity x Truth Epistemic responsibility Fraud in research The research process Rupture Construction Verification The starting question Clarity Feasibility Relevance Exploration Reading Exploratory Interviews Citations The problematic The analysis model Hypotheses Operative and systemic concepts Data collection and analysis Definition of relevant data The field of analysis and the observation units Collection and analysis instruments
• ObjectivosObjectives

  By the end of the course unit, the students are expected to be able to: Apply basic concepts of research philosophy and critical reasoning to the realization of academic works. Differentiate between various research approaches and select the most appropriate for their project. Conduct research that generates valid results in an ethical manner. Deconstruct a research project between its different stages and acts. Formulate a clear, feasible and relevant starting question. Carry out a process of exploration that is appropriate to the research problem. Define a problematic of study and express it through questions and/or hypotheses. Select a sample, data collection technique and analysis methods that are appropriate to their project.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Adams, J. Hafiz , T.A., Raeside, R. & White , D. (2007). Research methods for graduate business and social science students , New Dehli , Sage Publications Quivy, R. & Campenhoudt , L.V. (2005). Manual de investigação em ciências sociais. Lisboa: Gradiva Barañano, A.M. (2004). Métodos e técnicas de investigação em Gestão. Manual de apoio à realização de trabalhos de investigação. Lisboa: Edições Sílabo. Silva, A. S., & Pinto, J. M. (Eds.). (1999). Metodologia das Ciências Sociais. Porto: Edições Afrontamento
• MetodologiaMethodology

  Project-based learning Peer teaching and learning Collaborative learning Experiential learning
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  8
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não