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cases, a qualitative study may be advisable. The methods listed below should be strictly

regarded as examples because they are clearly not exhaustive of all possible methods:

1. Experimental method

2. Survey research

3. Content analysis

Students are advised to consult a social science research text for detailed information on

each of the above methods or additional methods. These methods are learned in at least

two courses (Theory and Research; and Applied Research Design) before the student

enroll in the thesis course.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF FACULTY AND GRADUATE STUDENTS

Responsibilities of All Graduate Faculty

All graduate faculty members shall assist graduate students in identifying thesis topics

prior to the students‘ enrollment in the Applied Research course (see pages 9-11 for

topic examples). Each student must have identified a topic no later than the second

week of the Applied Research course.

Responsibilities of the Instructor of Applied Research Course

The instructor of the Applied Research course has responsibility for guiding all students

enrolled in the Research course through the first three chapters of the thesis and

instrument design. The instructor is responsible for instruction in research methodology,

research report design, and all the processes of conducting research including computer

analysis of results. The instructor is responsible for determining the feasibility of

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