Group Work Lesson 3

Some preliminary questions What does it mean to work in group? Why to work in group? How to work in group? Some preliminary questions

Even more important… 1) WHO Are We? A) University class but also a small research team. B) Learning by doing. Active learning. Social construction of knowledge. Even more important…

Core elements of research design (Blaikie, 2000) Data reduction and analysis Topic/problem Research questions and objectives Data collection and timing Selection from data sources Research strategies Concepts,theorieshypotheses and models Data sources, types and forms

Research topic and problem (Blaikie, 2000) The statement of the research topic sets boundary markers – defines the territory to be explored. However, initial definition is vague and imprecise – until the research design is completed, the researcher cannot be sure what the project will be like It may take much thought and reading, a number of trial runs and even some exploratory research before a clear and precise statement can be produced. Research topic and problem (Blaikie, 2000)

Tasks and activities Create groups Brainstorming Figure out a topic-theme consistent with the course. Write down one page describing your choice. Tasks and activities