This Curricular Unit has as main objective to provide the theoretical and practical knowledge essential for the development of a scientific investigation process. It is intended to develop the contents of the various stages of the process, from the definition of the research problem to the final stage of presentation and interpretation of results. The specific objectives are as follows:
Objectives and expected learning outcomes 1. Present the fundamentals of scientific research; 2. Identify the different types of research methodologies; 3. Identify and define the problem, hypothesis and sample in scientific research; 4. Analyze various data collection and treatment techniques; 5. Identify ways of using statistical methods and data processing in social sciences; 6. Know techniques and ways of presenting research results.
Competences to develop - Develop the capacity for critical analysis and synthesis, necessary for the development of a research project in its various stages; - Know and know how to use bibliographic research tools and know how to perform a bibliographic review using the correct citation rules; - Know and know how to use the main data analysis tools; - Know how to present the results of the investigation process.
Programme
1. Research methods and methodologies 1.1. Concepts and definitions 1.2. Quantitative perspective 1.3. Qualitative perspective 2. Problem and hypotheses 3. Definition of variables 3.1. Classification of variables 3.2. Scale of measures of variables 4. Samples 4.1. Sample selection 4.2. Probabilistic sampling 4.3. Non-probabilistic sampling 4.4. Dimension 5. Data collection 5.1 Procedures 5.2. Instruments (creation of online questionnaires) 5.3. Validity and reliability 6. Descriptive statistics 6.1. Measures and indices 6.2. Central tendency measures 6.3. Variability measures 6.4. Relationship measures 7. Inferential statistics (SPSS) 8. Analysis of qualitative data 9. Research report
Demonstration of the syllabus coherence with the curricular unit's learning objectives
The proposed program allows students to gain the knowledge and develop the skills provided for in the objectives, insofar as:
- theme 1 responds to objectives 1 and 2, as it presents knowledge in the field of scientific research methodologies - themes 2, 3 and 4 aim to achieve objective 3, in the definition of problem, hypothesis and sample in scientific research - theme 5 responds to objective 4, which aims to provide the necessary knowledge for the analysis of data collection and treatment techniques. - theme 6 and 7 responds to objective 5, of knowledge and application of statistical methods. - theme 8 responds to objectives 5 and 6, aiming at the analysis and treatment of data in scientific research.
Main literature
Coutinho, C.;Metodologia de Investigação em Ciências Sociais e Humanas: Teoria e Prática, Almedina, 2021
Veal, A. J. ;Research Methods for Leisure and Tourism - A Practical Guide, Prentice Hall, 2017
Supplementary Bibliography
VanderStoep, S. e Johnston, D. ;Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, Jossey-Bass, 2008
Maroco, J. e Bispo, R. ;Estatística aplicada às ciências sociais e humanas, Climepsi Editores, 2005
Abreu, D. ;Análise de Dados II, CEG-UL, 2006
Learning Methods
Expository classes and application of knowledge through presentation and work projects, as well as exercise resolution. Technical / practical and field sessions will also be promoted.
Assessment Components
Avaliação distribuída com exame final
Assessment Components
Description
Type
Time (hours)
Conclusion Date
Attendance (estimated)
Lessons
37,5
Evaluation - Tests
Teste/Exame
3
other
Projectos
5
Projectos
3
Study
85,5
Total:
134
Continuous Assessment
Continuous evaluation 2 Written tests 2 x 35% 1 group work (submission in the e-learning platform using the turnitin): 30%
Under the General Regulation: 1. The effective presence of students in classes will be registered and, if the number of absences per student exceeds 30% of the total number of contact sessions foreseen for each course unit, it will be automatically transferred to the final assessment of the normal season. 2. In the written tests and defined evaluation elements, it is necessary to obtain a minimum score of 7.5 (seven point five) values. 3. If the student misses or obtains a rating lower than 7.5 in the tests or in the assessment elements referred to in the previous paragraph, he will be automatically transferred to the final assessment of the normal season. 4. If the student misses or obtains a rating lower than 7.5 in the second written test (carried out on the same date as the final written test in the normal season), he / she may require registration for evaluation during the appeal period. 5. All written academic work provided for in the assessment (reports, case studies, etc.) must be submitted in the Turnitin database, available on ISAG's E-Learning platform, with a similarity rate of up to 30% being acceptable.
Final Exam
Final evaluation Individual written test: 100%
Demonstration of the coherence between the teaching methodologies and the learning outcomes
The methodologies considered take into account the characteristics of the course. Despite a necessary theoretical character, the use of exercises and fieldwork aim to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the course, from an applied or practical point of view.