Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Course Paper
Course Code
KSK_139
Branch of Science
Other social sciences
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Business Management; Civil and Military Defense; Communication Science; Information and Communication Science; Juridical Science; Management Science; Person and Property Defence; Political Science; Social Anthropology
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Lāsma Šķestere
Structure Unit Manager
Ieva Puzo
Structural Unit
Faculty of Social Sciences
Contacts
Dzirciema street 16, Rīga, szf@rsu.lv
About Study Course
Objective
The purpose of semester paper development is to strengthen students’ knowledge, skills and competences necessary to independently develop and defend research paper.
Preliminary Knowledge
Understanding research, methodology, different research approaches. Basic knowledge of sourcing analysis and quoting. Knowledge in its field of study programme.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students shall be thoroughly familiar with theoretical guidelines, principles, structure and practical working methods of the science sector of their programmes, which are necessary for the implementation of research projects. Thorough knowledge of the history, theories and current problems of the development of the sciences sector, including critical understanding of theories and research methodologies.
Skills
1.Students are able to independently select and implement a topical and innovative research project in the scientific sector. Is able to select and apply appropriate research methods for the professional and innovative implementation of research projects.
Competences
1.According to the specificities of the sector, students are able to independently acquire, select and analyse information and use it to perform research activity. Able to manage complex research projects and take responsibility for decision-making in unpredictable working or training conditions, as well as take responsibility for managing the professional development of persons or groups. Is able to take responsibility for the environmental and societal impact of his professional activities and understands the professional ethics of the sciences sector.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
Individual work |
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Students autonomously conduct a theoretical research and draft the practical part of the course paper.
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Examination
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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10 points
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The formulation of the goal and objectives of the paper is determined in accordance with the subject of the research or creative work, demonstrating accuracy and substantiation of clear thoughts. The scope and depth of analysis of literature, the ability to use references are in accordance with the specifics of the paper, which is based on a perfectly harmonised, logical and critical comprehensive analysis, using academic style. The ability to resolve complex problem matters, providing a clearly substantiated and logical solution is evaluated. The research development methodology and quality is the one that implements tasks and includes literature analysis solutions, thus effectively creating a methodology for collection of data. Quality of data analysis, using appropriate tools and methods, including a critical evaluation of the analysis of research tasks and literature. The ability to select appropriate concepts and theories is assessed in the use of concepts, models and theory. The part with conclusions and recommendations is substantiated, clear and credible based on obtained results, tasks and conducted research. The presentation of the paper corresponds to methodical instructions, is logical and easy to understand. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Introductory lecture on semester paper writing
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Progress report on semester paper development
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
4 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Semester paper)
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Introductory lecture on semester paper writing
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Progress report on semester paper development
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
4 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Semester paper)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Mike Allen (Ed), The SAGE Encyclopedia of Communication Research Methods, SAGE, 2017
2.
Ron Iphofen & Martin Tolich (Ed), Published: The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research Ethics, SAGE, 2018
3.
Luke Sloan & Anabel Quan-Haase (Ed), The SAGE Handbook of Social Media Research Methods, SAGE, 2016
4.
Uwe Flick, The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Data Collection, SAGE, 2018
5.
Nigel G. Fielding, Raymond M. Lee & Grant Blank (Ed),The SAGE Handbook of Online Research Methods, SAGE, 2017
6.
Claudia Mitchell, Naydene De Lange & Relebohile Moletsane, Participatory Visual Methodologies: Social Change, Community and Policy, SAGE, 2018
7.
Eric Margolis, Luc Pauwels (Ed). The SAGE Handbook of Visual Research Methods, SAGE, 2011
8.
Mucica D. Cultural legislation: Why? How? What? – Council of Europe, 2003.