COM 250 - Research Methods and Careers in Communication

Offered Fall: Yes Offered Winter: No Offered Summer: No Offered Other: No

4 Credits
Hours (Lecture - Discussion - Lab): 4-0-0
Prerequisites: Completion of EN 111 with a grade of “C” or better and COM 110 with a grade of “C-” or better.

An introduction to quantitative, qualitative, and critical research within the field of Communication Studies. Topics include surveys, focus groups, content analysis, and interviews as mechanisms of data collection, and the ethics of research. Students learn to read peer-reviewed research articles in Communication Studies. Career options in the field are also considered.

Notes: Formerly SP 250.