Learning Guide Unit 3

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ENGL 1102 UNIT 3 February 15-21 Unit 3: Methods Part 1 Topics  Methodology both Qualitative and Quantitative  Why Methodology is important.  Why ethics is important in Methodology.  Quiz one Learning Objectives  Describe the difference between qualitative and quantitative methodology.  Be able to analyze different sets of methodology.  Examine the importance of ethics in methodology. Tasks  Peer-assess Unit 2 Written Assignment  Read the Learning Guide and the Reading Assignment  Participate in the Discussion Assignment (post, comment, and rate in the Discussion Forum)  Make entries to the Learning Journal  Take the Self-Quiz  Take the Graded Quiz Introduction In this unit we will examine the differences between quantitative and qualitative methodologies used in research. We will also examine two studies, one on Immunization and another on Psychology, to see why the proper methodology and ethics while researching is important.

You will also get the chance to find a study on your own to read and discuss with your instructor. Finally, this course has your first Graded Quiz. If you have kept up with the Self-Quizzes, then you should have a solid study base. If you have not done your Self-Quizzes yet, then now is a good time to review them. Reading Assignment This unit requires the following resources for reading:  Methodology: PDF / PowerPoint  An article on an Immunization study here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3136032/  A review of the Stanford Prison study here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada- 14564182  A study or an article about a study of your own choosing. Discussion Assignment This week you will discuss either the immunization study or the Stanford Prison study. You will tell your fellow classmates which of the studies you felt led to the most harm and what you think could have been done by the scientists, the media, and the public to avoid or x the harms caused. Learning Journal Find your own study to examine this week. Do not use either of the studies this week. discussion assignment. For your Learning Journal, you are to fill out the following form. Remember, use complete sentences and proper APA In-Text Citation and References. This will help you with your critical reading skills and your ability to research. Answer the following questions in complete sentences, as provided for use by Cumbria University: 1. What is the title of the text and what is the text about?

2. What is the author’s view? How do I know? 3. What is the evidence presented by the author to support ideas? 4. Is the evidence valid? How do I know? 5. Is the evidence relevant? How do I know? 6. Have I heard/read anything similar or dissimilar? What was it? 7. Do I agree or disagree with the views expressed by the author? Why? Remember: If you use a quote or paraphrase, you need to give the proper APA citations and references. Your instructor will use the following rubric to grade your Learning Journal: Aspect 1: Did the student fill out all the questions fully? Aspect 2: Did the answers tell you what you wanted to know about the study the student read? How effective are the answers in showing points of view and subject? Aspect 3: How would you rate the answers for originality? Are they mostly original answers without a lot of quotations or paraphrases? Aspect 4: How clear were the answers to you? Could you read them easily? Did the student make his or her viewpoint known? This can include items like spelling and grammar as well as the overall flow of the answers. Aspect 5: If needed, were proper APA Citations and References used? Give at least 1-2 sentences of feedback here. Self-Quiz The Self-Quiz gives you an opportunity to self-assess your knowledge of what you have learned so far. The results of the Self-Quiz do not count towards your final grade, but the use is an important part of the University’s learning process, and it is expected that you will use it to ensure

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understanding of the materials presented. Reviewing and analyzing your results will help you perform better on future Graded Quizzes and the Final Exam. Please access the Self-Quiz on the main course homepage; it will be listed inside the Unit. Graded Quiz The Graded Quiz will evaluate your knowledge of all the materials learned thus far. The results of the quiz will count towards your final grade. Please access the Graded Quiz on the main course homepage; it will be listed inside the Unit. After you click on it, the quiz’s introduction will inform you of any time or attempt limits in place. Good luck! Checklist  Peer-assess Unit 2 Written Assignment  Read the Learning Guide and the Reading Assignment  Participate in the Discussion Assignment (post, comment, and rate in the Discussion Forum)  Make entries to the Learning Journal  Take the Self-Quiz  Take the Graded Quiz

Learning Guide Unit 3

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