In this course, students explore research methods in human development and family studies in social, cultural, and historical contexts. Topics include research design, measurement, validity, data collection methods, and strategies for and issues in the study of developmental change. Through reading and reviewing scholarly papers, students examine the research process and develop research skills such as instrument design, coding and data entry. (May be offered as face-to-face or hybrid).(Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing and HDFS majors only)
This course does not fulfill any general university requirements.
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