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Research Methods II - Assignments

Assignment 1 – Methodology (40%)

Deadline Week 8

Write a proposal explaining the methodology you intend to apply in your research. Describe the process

to obtain and process data, the analytical criteria you will use, and the nature of the required data to answer research question. Include question, aim and objectives. Your proposal must define (max.800 words):

• Research Approach 20%

• Methods [Quantitative / Qualitative] 20%

• Primary data 30%

• Secondary data 30%

Assignment 2 –Literature review (60%)

Deadline Week 13

Having in mind the discussion in class, write a proposal for the development of a literature review

concerning your research question. Include assignment 1 content. Your proposal must define (max.800 words):

o Summary of 60%

▪ Concepts

▪ Theories / Models

▪ Trends

o Context presentation (story telling) 20%

o Related bibliography (Harvard style) 20%

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Learning outcomes:

To be capable of distinguishing between data typologies

To understand the process of information filtering

To perform the organization of a study plan

To be capable of drawing the canvas of an applied research project

General Outcomes:

Improvement of a work in progress (opera in fieri)

Development of critical analysis and self-assessment

Development of autonomy on the construction of active study plans

Development of strategies for the organization and development of a research project