Objectives: After completing this class, you will be able to:

• Use the course syllabus to improve your performance in this course
• Distinguish between different types of research instruments
• Assess the feasibility and utility of a mixed methods approach to research methodology

Assigned Readings

Bryman, Ch. 25, Third Ed.

Advance Preparation

1. Examine the course syllabus before class. Do NOT just skim through it. Examine it.

2. Write down two questions that deal with something you cannot understand or could not find in the syllabus. Put each question on a separate piece of paper. Do NOT put your name on the papers. Bring both questions to class with you.