COM 469—Advanced Research Methods in Communication

Applications oriented course designed to apply various techniques of scientific inquiry towards testing of communication theories. Students apply research methodology ranging from content analysis, social surveys, and experiments to test communication theory driven hypotheses and research questions. Students will learn to critique existing research, perform literature reviews, create survey instruments, design and conduct experiments, perform content analysis, and present research findings. Course is ideal for students who are interested in a career in research and graduate study in communication.