GEO 305
Research Method I
2
Course Description
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. define basic research concepts;
2. select appropriate research topics;
3. formulate research questions and hypotheses; and
4. analyze data.
Course Outline
Understanding basic elements of research methods in geography: Selection of a research topic;
definition of study problems and objectives; Formulation of research hypotheses; Experimental
design for collection and analysis of data; writing a research proposal.