After completing this course, students should be able to:

• Describe the characteristics of quantitative/qualitative research methodologies;

• Apply the theoretical and methodological rationale to research questions;

• Develop sophisticated quantitative/qualitative studies (research questions, rationale, design, participant selection, data collection, and analysis);

• Select and perform quantitative/qualitative data analysis;

• Demonstrate understanding of statistical analysis, testing of assumptions, and logic in selecting statistical procedures; assumptions, readings, and interpretations associated with the various statistical procedures studied;

• Understand the implications of qualitative data analysis according to qualitative research approaches;
   
• Write and review quantitative and/or qualitative academic research, producing and disseminating knowledge based on specific data analysis methods.