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PAGS 6115 RESEARCH IN SOCIAL SCIENCE 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

This course will introduce students to the problems, issues and processes in social science research.
Among the topics to be discussed are: the theory used as a basis in social science education research,
methods, research design and data collection and analysis strategies. This course involves students in critical
analysis of research articles that have run in the fields of social science education.

Assesment Method : Continuous assessment (presentations, tests, assignments): 60%,
Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
James H. McMillan & Sally Schumacher. (2010). Research in education. 7th ed. Boston: Pearson.
John W. Creswell & Vicki L. Plano Clark. (2007). Mixed method research. London: Sage Publication.
Lim Chong Hin. (2007). Penyelidikan pendidikan: Pendekatan kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Kuala Lumpur:Mc
Graw Hill.
Vincent A. Anfara, Jr. & Norma T.Mertz. (2006). Theoretical frameworks in qualitative research. London:
Sage Publication.
Shaver, J.S. (1991). Handbook on research on social studies, teaching and learning. New York: MacMillan.

PAGS 6116 ETHNOGRAPHY RESEARCH IN EDUCATION 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

This is an introductory to research method using ethnography in the field of education focusing on
socio-cultural school settings. Students will have the opportunity to understand the epistemology, principles and
basic techniques/ strategy that are common in ethnography. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss
and carry-out in practice some observational, interviews, analysis of data and reporting.

Assesment Method : Continuous assessment (Class forum; Assignments; Presentations): 70%,
Examination: 30%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Wood, P (2008). Inside school: Ethnography in educational research. New York: Routledge & Kegan Paul
Strauss, A & Juliet Corbin.(2007). Basics of qualitative research: Grounded theory procedures and techniques.
Newbury Park: California; Sage Publication
Dey, Ian. (2005). Qualitative data analysis: A user friendly guide for social studies. London: Routledge.

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