IGESSIGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)
SOC200HA（社会学 / Sociology 200）Research Methods 2Research Methods 2
SHAMIK CHAKRABORTYShamik CHAKRABORTY
授業コードなどClass code etc
| 学部・研究科Faculty/Graduate school | IGESSIGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences) |
| 添付ファイル名Attached documents | |
| 年度Year | 2021 |
| 授業コードClass code | C3651 |
| 旧授業コードPrevious Class code | |
| 旧科目名Previous Class title | |
| 開講時期Term | 春学期授業/Spring |
| 曜日・時限Day/Period | 月4/Mon.4 |
| 科目種別Class Type | |
| キャンパスCampus | 市ヶ谷 / Ichigaya |
| 教室名称Classroom name | |
| 配当年次Grade | 1～4 |
| 単位数Credit(s) | 2 |
| 備考（履修条件等）Notes | |
| 他学部公開科目Open Program | |
| 他学部公開（履修条件等）Open Program (Notes) | |
| グローバル・オープン科目Global Open Program | |
| 成績優秀者の他学部科目履修制度対象Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers | |
| 成績優秀者の他学部科目履修（履修条件等）Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers (Notes) | |
| 実務経験のある教員による授業科目Class taught by instructors with practical experience | |
| SDGsCPSDGs CP | |
| アーバンデザインCPUrban Design CP | |
| ダイバーシティCPDiversity CP | |
| 未来教室CPLearning for the Future CP | |
| カーボンニュートラルCPCarbon Neutral CP | |
| 千代田コンソ単位互換提供（他大学向け）Chiyoda Campus Consortium | |
| カテゴリーCategory |
Advanced Courses／専門科目 Elective Courses／自由科目 Faculty of Sustainability Studies／人間環境学部開講科目 |
| 科目主催学部Faculty Sponsored Department | Sustainability Studies |
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授業の概要と目的（何を学ぶか）Outline and objectives
This is an introductory course on quantitative research methods mainly, for the students in the field of sustainability studies at the undergraduate level. Lectures will be carried out about key arguments and concepts on quantitative research methods as well as practical aspects such as research design.
到達目標Goal
At the end of the course, students will develop a good understanding of the quantitative research methods for sustainability analysis. They will also have useful knowledge for further studies/research.
授業で使用する言語Default language used in class
英語 / English
授業の進め方と方法Method(s)（学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. ）
Feedback on assignments submitted by students will be provided in class or through the Learning Management System. Lectures will be carried out in each class. There will be opportunities for reflection and discussion on the lectures/readings in each class.
Please note that the teaching approach may vary according to which threat level we are at. The details will be announced through the Learning Management System.
アクティブラーニング（グループディスカッション、ディベート等）の実施Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)
あり / Yes
フィールドワーク（学外での実習等）の実施Fieldwork in class
なし / No
授業計画Schedule
※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。
Week 1：Introduction and scope
What is quantitative research? The research problem and questions: vital first steps.
When quantitative approaches should be practiced.
Week 2：Literature review and content analysis 1
Literature review and content analysis in quantitative research 1
Week 3：Literature review and content analysis 2
Literature review and content analysis in quantitative research 2
Week 4：Concept of variables
Concept of variables: independent and dependent variables, how they explain causality
Week 5：Sampling
Sampling techniques for quantitative research
Week 6：Basics of quantitative research 1
Basics of quantitative research: Randomness, causality and statistical representation.
Measures of central tendency and variability
Week 7：Basics of quantitative research 2
Correlation and regression analysis
Week 8：Survey Research 1
Survey research 1: What can be learnt from surveys. How to construct questionnaire for survey research.
Week 9：Survey Research 2
Survey research 2: Interview surveys, telephone surveys, online surveys. Critiques of survey research. How valid is survey data?
Week 10：Quantitative data analysis
Quantitative data analysis methods
Week 11：Representing qualitative data quantitatively
Other useful quantitative methods for sustainability studies: Representing qualitative data quantitatively
Week 12：Writing with quantitative analysis 1
How to write up research coherently: Guidance on writing reports and theses (part 1).
Week 13：Writing with quantitative analysis 2
How to write up research coherently: Guidance on writing reports and theses (part 2).
Guidance on final exam
Week 14：Final exam
Final exam for the course and feedback
授業時間外の学習（準備学習・復習・宿題等）Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)
Preparatory study and review time for this class are 2 hours each. Students need to prepare for and review each session by using textbooks, references, and distributed materials.
Students are required to actively participate in class discussions based on the readings and the lectures. They are encouraged to raise issues or offer critical viewpoints on the readings. Students are required to complete all class assignments in time.
テキスト（教科書）Textbooks
The Practice of Social Research. Earl Babbie. Wadsworth Pub Co 2006
参考書References
None
成績評価の方法と基準Grading criteria
Class participation and discussions: 30%
Class assignments: 30%
Final test: 40%
学生の意見等からの気づきChanges following student comments
No significant changes were required based on students' comments.
学生が準備すべき機器他Equipment student needs to prepare
N/A
その他の重要事項Others
N/A