Applied Methods
2019/2020
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
This module comprises stream specific workshops within method application. Students in the cross-disciplinary generalist stream (who do not wish to specialise) may choose freely among the workshops offered.
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- central methodological issues within the selected stream
- reflection on these on a scientific basis
Skills
- designing research strategies in relation to concrete issues in a methodologically conscious manner
- assessing and selecting among the methods and research strategies of the disciplinary area
- setting up new models for analysis and problem solving
- communicating knowledge of methodological considerations concerning specific international and/or intercultural issues
Competences
- translating knowledge of methods and research design into concrete tools of problem analysis within the selected stream
- within the selected area, assuming independent responsibility for personal academic development and specialisation
Extent and expected workload
5 ECTS
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Applied Methods |
| Type of exam | Written exam
An internal written examination in: Applied Methods.
The examination is a 7-day assignment given by the examiner on the basis of the curriculum of the course in stream specific method application. The assignment response paper must be prepared individually by the student and must not exceed 10 pages. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Permitted aids | All written and all electronic aids |
| Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Anvendt metode |
| Module code | KACCG20164 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Spring
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| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Empty-place Scheme | Yes |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Cross-Cultural Studies |
| Department | Department of Culture and Learning |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Humanities |
