# EDU 652 Educational Research Online Course

## EDU 652 Educational Research

**4 Semester Units  
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*Educational Research* is a required course completed by all Doctoral students to prepare them for the development and writing of a Proposal and Dissertation. The course presents a balanced presentation of quantitative and qualitative research. It examines the fundamental issues of research so that students learn how to begin to conduct research as well as to read and evaluate research studies. By using the concepts and research techniques presented in this course, students and faculty will work together to develop the student’s knowledge of the Dissertation process.

**Course Objectives**

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

- Define and assess the qualitative and quantitative research, the research process, and the skills needed to conduct research.
- Identify and discuss the different steps in the process of research.
- Examine the key characteristics, processes, purposes, and evaluation methods of the various research designs.
- Evaluate the important ethical issues in conducting research.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to educational research.

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## CCU Online Courses FAQ

##### 1. Can I take a single course?

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##### 2. How long is each course?

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##### 3. How is the course structured?

The Study Guide includes 4 unit exams equally spaced throughout the instructional materials, four writing assignments per unit, and the final multiple choice examination.

##### 4. Do I need a textbook for this course?

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##### 5. Is this an accredited college course?

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