UMass Boston

Communication Research Methods

Course #: COMM 351, Class #: 2614, Section #: 02

Description

This course provides an overview of the various techniques used by communication researchers in designing, conduction, reporting, and evaluation research. These techniques include quantitative, qualitative empirical, and critical/cultural methodologies. Students will receive the preparation necessary for both research comprehension and writing in upper level electives within the major. They will also gain the skills necessary to become intelligent consumers of research in both academic and applied settings.

Prerequisites

COMM 100 and MATH 114QR or PSYCH 370 or MATH 115 or SOCIOL 350 or MATH 125