Specific methods include rating scales, checklists, ranking methods, paired comparison, semantic differential, Q sorts, content analysis and goal attainment scaling. Each method is dealt with in terms of item writing, data analysis, reliability and validity. Qualitative Analysis Introduction to the central concepts of qualitative methods in research and evaluation. This course focuses upon the appropriateness of qualitative information and its analysis in various inquiry research and evaluation contexts. Although primary emphasis is on the development of skills required to conduct qualitative inquiry, the philosophy and background of the methodology are discussed.
Topics emphasize recent developments in the field of educational evaluation.
Educational Psychology Overview of the contributions of psychology to the teaching-learning process. Topics include learning theory, individual differences, motivation, human development and personality, teaching methodology, and measurement and evaluation. The development of the child through education, the unfolding of human abilities in terms of both personal adjustment and achievement beyond the period of youth, and the work life of the individual are examined. The development of principal psychological qualities such as motivation, emotion, and personality, are, in like manner, considered with respect to the life span. Designed broadly to accommodate various professional specialists within education and other areas of human welfare.