Research and DevelopmentLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: ZZPP0620
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
- English
Responsible person
- Laura Vertainen, Teknologia
- Riikka Ahlgren, Liiketoiminta
- Harri Peuranen, Teknologia
- Raija Hämäläinen, Teknologia
- Pasi Lehtola, Teknologia
- Kristiina Juntunen, Hyvinvointi
- Piotr Krawczyk, IB, Study Abroad (Kedge BS)
- Anu Manner, Tiimiakatemia
- Jarkko Immonen, Tietojenkäsittely
- Mika Karhulahti, Business Inf. Technology
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
12.02.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 40
Teachers
- Piotr Krawczyk
Groups
-
HBI24VKKBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Kedge Business School
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Materials
Textbook:
Research methods for Business Students; Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill, additional virtual material available
Please Note ! Research methods for business students, 4th ed. 2006 / Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill is now freely available to you via JAMK on-campus and Intranet Library
JAMK's thesis-related directions in the Study Guide
School-specific directions on the dedicated learning platform and
Elmo Student
Online study materials on Information retrieval
Stevens, J., & Crawford, S. 2014. Project reporting instructions. Adapted from Raportointiohje [Reporting instructions] by Liukko, S., & Perttula, S. 2013. JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ open learning materials. Accessed on 12 March 2014. Retrieved from http - //oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/project reporting instructions
Other relevant materials.
Teaching methods
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Lectures, course project/group assignments, thesis proposal/individual assignment, exam test.
Course ILOs - Intended Learning Outcomes:
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Employer connections
Thesis as part of double degree diploma and/or overseas internship.
Exam schedules
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
International connections
The course is available for Double Degree students and Study Abroad students from JAMK's partner institutions around the world.
Completion alternatives
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Student workload
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Total 125-155 hours
Content scheduling
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Weekly lectures, workshops, and assignments.
Fall semester the course ends at the latest in the third week of December.
Spring semester the course ends at the latest at the end of May.
More details to be announced during the course.
Further information
Open UAS: 4 (included in the total capacity)
The student understands what a research process includes, how to formulate a research topic and research questions, do a literature review, understand research philosophies and approaches, formulate research design, is aware of research ethics and challenges in getting access to data/organizations as well as available sampling techniques. The student is aware of the different data sources, research methods, and strategies to choose from, as well as data collection techniques and procedures and analysis, and can draw basic conclusions. The student is familiar with JAMK thesis/diploma guidelines.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to -
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
01.02.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Teachers
- Minna Tunkkari-Eskelinen
Groups
-
MTM21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM22S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Mika Karhulahti
Groups
-
HTG21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The primary mode of delivery is a in-class lectures and activities on campus.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Materials
The materials will be announced on the first lecture. As a starting point, however:
JAMK's thesis-related directions in the Study Guide
School-specific directions on the dedicated learning platform and
Elmo Student
Online study materials on Information retrieval
Stevens, J., & Crawford, S. 2014. Project reporting instructions. Adapted from Raportointiohje [Reporting instructions] by Liukko, S., & Perttula, S. 2013. JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ open learning materials. Accessed on 12 March 2014. Retrieved from http - //oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/project reporting instructions
Teaching methods
The primary mode of delivery is an in-class activities on campus.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Lectures, course project/group assignments, thesis proposal/individual assignment, exam test.
Exam schedules
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Completion alternatives
No alternative ways to complete.
Student workload
Total 125-155 hours
Content scheduling
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Weekly lectures, workshops, and assignments.
More details to be announced during the course.
Further information
Open UAS: 4 (included in the total capacity)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Jarkko Immonen
Groups
-
HTK21S1Tietojenkäsittely (AMK)
-
HTK20S1Tietojenkäsittely
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures or Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done individually.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis topic 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS23KMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS23SMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22SMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Toteutus on tarkoitettu logistiikan monimuoto-opiskelijiolle. Opintojakso tulee suorittaa edeltävänä lukukautena kuin, milloin aikoo tehdä opinnäytetyön. Toteutus sisältää verkkoluentoja ja tehtäviä.
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Student workload
Yksi opintopiste tarkoittaa laskennallisesti keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä eli viiden opintopisteen opintojakson kuormitus on noin 135 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV21S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Aikataulu ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV21S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Aikataulu ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV21S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Aikataulu ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
01.01.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Sari-Maarit Peltola
Groups
-
MPT22S1Palveluliiketoiminnan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks and tests 70 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- thesis subject 15 h
- thesis seminars 6 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2.5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Teachers
- Laura Vertainen
Groups
-
LMS21S1Maaseutuelinkeinot (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 40 h
- learning tasks 65 h
- studying the course material 30 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Teachers
- Laura Vertainen
Groups
-
LMS21KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 40 h
- learning tasks 65 h
- studying the course material 30 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Timing
28.08.2023 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Team Academy
Teachers
- Anu Manner
- Tero Lehtinen
- Kimmo Aho
- Tapu Holttinen
- Kimmo Aho
- Janne Roiha
- Jaana Larsson
Groups
-
HTA21S1Tiimiakatemia (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
No regular meetings.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
The course consists of eight themes.
Each of the themes includes individual and small group assignments.
Manner of performance: independent and small group assignments and an exam.
Manner of guidance:
Compulsory starting for all
Learning activities and guidance by coaches
Exam schedules
The exam needs to be done during the course. Failed exam can be re-sit twice.
Completion alternatives
Crediting of the previous studies or competence is possible regarding to JAMK practicalities.
Student workload
Starting session 1 h
Independent study and assignments 124 h
Getting set for the exam and the exam 10 h
Total 135 h
Content scheduling
The course has eight themes. The duration of each themes is approximately a week. Each theme includes learning material and activities.
Further information
Course replaces former course ZZPP0610.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 25.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music Pedagogue
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Team Academy
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Olli Väänänen
Groups
-
TSA20SABachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
-
TSA20SBBachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Kananen, J. 2015. Online Research for Preparing your Thesis. Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 198.Kananen, J. 2011. Rafting Through the Thesis Process: Step by Step Guide to thesis Process. . Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 114.Field-specific methodological literature.
Teaching methods
Lectures, information retrieval and applied learning assigments. Assignments in groups are based on Problem-based learning. In distance learning the assignments are done individually.
Student workload
Distance lectures max. 28 h, exercises and independent studies 107 h total 135 h
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Piotr Krawczyk
Groups
-
ZJAHBI23S1Avoin AMK, IB, AMK-polut, International Business
-
HBI23S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Materials
Textbook:
Research methods for Business Students; Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill, additional virtual material available
Please Note ! Research methods for business students, 4th ed. 2006 / Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill is now freely available to you via JAMK on-campus and Intranet Library
JAMK's thesis-related directions in the Study Guide
School-specific directions on the dedicated learning platform and
Elmo Student
Online study materials on Information retrieval
Stevens, J., & Crawford, S. 2014. Project reporting instructions. Adapted from Raportointiohje [Reporting instructions] by Liukko, S., & Perttula, S. 2013. JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ open learning materials. Accessed on 12 March 2014. Retrieved from http - //oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/project reporting instructions
Other relevant materials.
Teaching methods
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Lectures, course project/group assignments, thesis proposal/individual assignment, exam test.
Course ILOs - Intended Learning Outcomes:
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Employer connections
Thesis as part of double degree diploma and/or overseas internship.
Exam schedules
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
International connections
The course is available for Double Degree students and Study Abroad students from JAMK's partner institutions around the world.
Completion alternatives
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Student workload
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Total 125-155 hours
Content scheduling
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Weekly lectures, workshops, and assignments.
Fall semester the course ends at the latest in the third week of December.
Spring semester the course ends at the latest at the end of May.
More details to be announced during the course.
Further information
Open UAS: 4 (included in the total capacity)
The student understands what a research process includes, how to formulate a research topic and research questions, do a literature review, understand research philosophies and approaches, formulate research design, is aware of research ethics and challenges in getting access to data/organizations as well as available sampling techniques. The student is aware of the different data sources, research methods, and strategies to choose from, as well as data collection techniques and procedures and analysis, and can draw basic conclusions. The student is familiar with JAMK thesis/diploma guidelines.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to -
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Teachers
- Petri Vauhkonen
Groups
-
TLS20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Autumn semester 2023.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications: design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This course is for full time logistics students.
Course includes face to face lessons, self-studying and learning assignments.
Exam schedules
No final exam.
Completion alternatives
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 18
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Marjo Turunen
Groups
-
TLP20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
-
TLE23SHYITBachelor's Degree Programme in International Logistics, HYIT
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This course is for Purchasing and Logistics Engineering / International Logistics students only.
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons, self-studying, group works and assignments.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
This course doesn´t have an exam.
Student workload
Contact lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 20.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Marjo Palovaara
- Suleiman Kamau
Teacher in charge
Marjo Palovaara
Groups
-
SNS22SG1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
-
SNS23VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Exam schedules
Verkkotentti tehdään opintojaksolla ilmoitettuna valvottuna ajankohtana.
Hylätyn verkkotentin voi suorittaa uusintakerroilla (2 kpl)
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 10
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Hannu Kivistö
- Olli Väänänen
Groups
-
TKN20SBKonetekniikka (AMK)
-
TKN20SAKonetekniikka (AMK)
-
TKN20SMKonetekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 29.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Katri Ylönen
Teacher in charge
Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
SFT21S1Fysioterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SOS21SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SFT22SMFysioterapeutin tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
STT21S1Toimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR22K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT21SMToimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SKO21SMKuntoutuksen ohjaaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Aila Pikkarainen
Teacher in charge
Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
SFT21S1Fysioterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SOS21SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT21S1Toimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SFT22SMFysioterapeutin tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT21SMToimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SKO21SMKuntoutuksen ohjaaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Merja Kurunsaari
Teacher in charge
Kristina Grahn
Groups
-
SFT21S1Fysioterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SOS21SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SFT22SMFysioterapeutin tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
STT21S1Toimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR22KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR22K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT21SMToimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SKO21SMKuntoutuksen ohjaaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL22S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Contact lessons.
Independent tasks and exam.
Employer connections
This course has a research project, which can be done for a case organisation.
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course uses Jamk practices on the recognition of the prior learning.
Student workload
Contact lessons 20h
Independent studies 105h
Exam and preparations 10h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
This course has eight themes.
Further information
Teacher's assessments
Self assessments
Peer assessments
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 60
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL22S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL21SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL22SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Online workshops every second week.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
OR
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
OR
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
AND
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
This course is held for daytime students. The course can also be studied by the multi-mode students.
The course is held online and it has eight themes.
Each theme has independent assignments.
Guidance:
Online workshops every second week.
Guidance in online-learning space (Moodle).
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Failed exam can be re-done two times during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course can be replaced by relevant prior studies or knowledge. See the Jamk intra and degree regulations for more information.
Student workload
Online lessons 16h
Indendent studies and assignments 98h
Exam preparation and exam 20h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
The course has eigth themes. Each theme has 2-4 weeks time frame.
Each theme includes self studies (reading, videos), assignments and an online workshop.
Further information
This course replaces the prior course ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Finnish Music Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music Pedagogue
Teachers
- Eeva Oksala
Groups
-
KPD21S1Musiikkipedagogi (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Syyskuu 2023 Ennakkotehtävä, itsenäistä työskentelyä (Moodle)
6.10.2023-31.1.2024 Verkkoluennot perjantaisin 8.45-11.45 Zoomissa
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 27.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Teachers
- Mari Partanen
- Minna Tunkkari-Eskelinen
Groups
-
MTM21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV21S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
TTV21S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Webinaareissa läsnäolo on lähtökohta, poissaolo poikkeus.
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla ke 30.8.2023 klo 11.30-13 Zoomissa.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Luennot keskiviikkoisin klo 11.30-13, aloitus ke 30.8.2023.
Webinaareissa läsnäolo on lähtökohta, poissaolo poikkeus.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla 30.8.2023.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV21SMTieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Webinaareissa läsnäolo on lähtökohta, poissaolo poikkeus.
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla pe 1.9.2023 klo 15.30 - 18.30.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123.
Aloituswebinaari pe 1.9. 2023 klo 15.30-18.30.
Syksyn muut kokoontumiskerrat (varmistetaan aloituskerralla):
pe 15.9. klo 12-18.30
pe 6.10. klo 15.30-18.30
pe 27.10. klo 15.30-18.30
pe 10.11. klo 15.30-18.30
Webinaareissa läsnäolo on lähtökohta, poissaolo poikkeus.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 16.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Merja Kurunsaari
Teacher in charge
Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
SFT21S1Fysioterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SOS21SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SFT22SMFysioterapeutin tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
STT21S1Toimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SAR22K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT21SMToimintaterapeutti (AMK)
-
SKO21SMKuntoutuksen ohjaaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 35
Teachers
- Tuula Kotikoski
Groups
-
TIC21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Material in Moodle workspace.
Reference literature:
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Kananen, J. 2011. Rafting through the thesis process : step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylä : JAMK University of Applied Sciences, 2011
Teaching methods
Online implementation - webinars and lectures in Zoom, independent study, assignments completed in small groups, learning assignments.
Link to Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/9925791129
Exam schedules
There is no exam in the course. The assignments and project assignments with their timetables are presented in the first webinar.
Completion alternatives
The methods of accreditation are described in the Degree Regulations and study guide. The course lecturer will provide information on the specific practices of the course.
Student workload
The course is 5 ECTS = 135 hrs of student work (1 ECTS=27hrs student work)
- webinars and online lectures approx. 20 hrs
- independent study (material and assignments) approx. 40 hrs
- assignments and course assignment approx. 75hrs
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Aikataulu ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.
Further information
The course is assessed with 0-5 scale. The assessment criteria are presented in the first webinar.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Teachers
- Pekka Lähdesmäki
Teacher in charge
Pekka Lähdesmäki
Groups
-
TRY20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons (live Zoom will be used if necessary), self-studying, assignments and group works.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
Tällä toteutuksella ei ole tenttiä.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
lessons 9 h
Thesis application workshop 10h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 50
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Content scheduling
Opintojakso koostuu 3 op yhteisestä osuudesta ja 2 op itsenäisestä osuudesta (opinnäytetyö aihe-ehdotus) ". " op itsenäinen osuus suositellaan suoritettavaksi yhteisen osuuden jälkeen.
Tavoite on saada aihe-ehdotus valmiiksi ja opinnäytetyö käyntiin viimeistään lokakuussa.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
23.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS23KMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS23SMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22SMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Toteutus on tarkoitettu logistiikan monimuoto-opiskelijiolle. Opintojakso tulee suorittaa edeltävänä lukukautena kuin, milloin aikoo tehdä opinnäytetyön. Toteutus sisältää verkkoluentoja ja tehtäviä.
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Student workload
Yksi opintopiste tarkoittaa laskennallisesti keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä eli viiden opintopisteen opintojakson kuormitus on noin 135 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.04.2023
Timing
22.05.2023 - 16.06.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- kp502 sosiaalialan yliopettaja
- Katri Ylönen
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.04.2023
Timing
22.05.2023 - 31.08.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR22K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.04.2023
Timing
16.05.2023 - 31.07.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Tarja Niemelä
Groups
-
MPT21SMPalveluliiketoiminnan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
MPT21S1Palveluliiketoiminnan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
You can complete the course by combining study and work, by studification. Agree on studification of the course with the lecturer in charge of the course. For more information on studification, see the degree regulations and study guide.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 06.01.2023
Timing
13.03.2023 - 20.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Marjo Palovaara
- Suleiman Kamau
Teacher in charge
Marjo Palovaara
Groups
-
SNS23VKBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
-
SNS21SG2Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi. Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Other materials recommended by the teacher.
Teaching methods
Contact lessons
Learning seminars
Exam schedules
Evaluation is on the basis of seminar assignments.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
01.03.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Katri Ylönen
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
06.02.2023 - 12.02.2023
Timing
13.02.2023 - 26.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Teachers
- Piotr Krawczyk
Groups
-
HBI23VKKBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Kedge Business School
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Materials
Textbook:
Research methods for Business Students; Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill, additional virtual material available
Please Note ! Research methods for business students, 4th ed. 2006 / Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill is now freely available to you via JAMK on-campus and Intranet Library
JAMK's thesis-related directions in the Study Guide
School-specific directions on the dedicated learning platform and
Elmo Student
Online study materials on Information retrieval
Stevens, J., & Crawford, S. 2014. Project reporting instructions. Adapted from Raportointiohje [Reporting instructions] by Liukko, S., & Perttula, S. 2013. JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ open learning materials. Accessed on 12 March 2014. Retrieved from http - //oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/project reporting instructions
Other relevant materials.
Teaching methods
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Lectures, course project/group assignments, thesis proposal/individual assignment, exam test.
Course ILOs - Intended Learning Outcomes:
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Employer connections
Thesis as part of double degree diploma and/or overseas internship.
Exam schedules
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
International connections
The course is available for Double Degree students and Study Abroad students from JAMK's partner institutions around the world.
Completion alternatives
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Student workload
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Total 125-155 hours
Content scheduling
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Weekly lectures, workshops, and assignments.
Fall semester the course ends at the latest in the third week of December.
Spring semester the course ends at the latest at the end of May.
More details to be announced during the course.
Further information
Open UAS: 4 (included in the total capacity)
The student understands what a research process includes, how to formulate a research topic and research questions, do a literature review, understand research philosophies and approaches, formulate research design, is aware of research ethics and challenges in getting access to data/organizations as well as available sampling techniques. The student is aware of the different data sources, research methods, and strategies to choose from, as well as data collection techniques and procedures and analysis, and can draw basic conclusions. The student is familiar with JAMK thesis/diploma guidelines.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to -
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
07.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
13.02.2023 - 30.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Petri Vauhkonen
Teacher in charge
Petri Vauhkonen
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Autumn semester 2022.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons, self-studying and learning assignments.
Exam schedules
No final exam.
Completion alternatives
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
01.02.2023 - 28.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Teachers
- Shomaila Sadaf
- Minna Tunkkari-Eskelinen
Groups
-
MTM21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures and tests
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
11.01.2023 - 16.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- English
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Marjo Palovaara
- Suleiman Kamau
Teacher in charge
Marjo Palovaara
Groups
-
SKV22KKEBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Kenia
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Kristiina Juntunen
- Merja Kurunsaari
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Anniina Berg
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS20S1Sosionomi
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Teaching methods
Verkko-opetus
Verkko-ohjaustyökalut
Oppimistehtävät yksilötehtävänä
Tentti
Exam schedules
Verkkotentti Moodlessa (1h)
Hylätty tentti voidaan uusia kaksi kertaa.
Student workload
Verkko-opetus 24 h
Itsenäinen opiskelu ja oppimistehtävät 101 h
Tenttiin valmistautuminen ja tentti 10 h
Yhteensä 135 h
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 10.03.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Aila Pikkarainen
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Teaching methods
Verkko-opetus
Verkko-ohjaustyökalut
Oppimistehtävät yksilötehtävänä
Tentti
Exam schedules
Verkkotentti Moodlessa (1h)
Hylätty tentti voidaan uusia kaksi kertaa.
Student workload
Verkko-opetus 24 h
Itsenäinen opiskelu ja oppimistehtävät 101 h
Tenttiin valmistautuminen ja tentti 10 h
Yhteensä 135 h
Further information
Kurssin arvosana perustuu tentin arvosanaan.
Lisäksi kurssin oppimistehtävät tulee olla hyväksytysti suoritettu.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Team Academy
Teachers
- Anu Manner
- Tero Lehtinen
- Kimmo Aho
- Tapu Holttinen
- Kimmo Aho
- Janne Roiha
- Jaana Larsson
Groups
-
HTA20S1Tiimiakatemian tutkinto-ohjelma
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
No regular online meetings.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Online course consisting of eight themes.
Each of the themes includes individual assignments.
Manner of performance: independent assignments and an exam.
Manner of guidance:
Compulsory starting for all.
Online learning activities and guidance on Moodle.
Exam schedules
The exam needs to be done during the course. Failed exam can be re-sit twice.
Completion alternatives
Crediting of the previous studies or competence is possible regarding to JAMK practicalities.
Student workload
Starting session 1 h
Independent study and assignments 124 h
Getting set for the exam and the exam 10 h
Total 135 h
Content scheduling
The course has eight themes. The duration of each themes is approximately a week. Each theme includes learning material and activities.
Further information
Course replaces former course ZZPP0610.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Paula Linna
Groups
-
HTL21SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Evening hours every second week
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
The course is held online and it has eight themes.
Each theme has independent assignments.
Guidance:
Mandatory introduction meeting (online)
Workshops (online)
Guidance in online-learning space (Moodle).
This course replaces the prior course ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Multi-mode students are prioritized for this implementation.
In addition, the amount of studied credits and starting year are used as enrolling criteria.
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Failed exam can be re-done two times during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course can be replaced by relevant prior studies or knowledge. See the Jamk degree regulations for more information.
Student workload
Online workshops 8h
Independent studies and assignments 117h
Exam preparation and exam 10h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
The course has eigth themes. Each theme has 2-4 weeks time frame.
Each theme includes self studies (reading, videos) and assignments.
Further information
Continuous feedback
Self assessment
Peer feedback
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 14.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV20S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla ti 10.1.2023 klo 12.15-13.45 (Zoom).
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Luennot tiistaisin klo 12.15-13.45 Zoomissa. Aloitus ti 10.1.2023.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 14.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV20S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla ke 11.1.2023 klo 11.30-13 (Zoom).
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Luennot keskiviikkoisin klo 11.30-13 Zoomissa. Aloitus ke 11.1.2023.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 28.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Petri Luosma
- Marjukka Nuutinen
- Hannu Kivistö
- Olli Väänänen
Groups
-
TKN20SBKonetekniikka (AMK)
-
TKN18SMKonetekniikka
-
TKN20SAKonetekniikka (AMK)
-
TSA19SMSähkö- ja automaatiotekniikka
-
TER20SMEnergia- ja ympäristötekniikka (AMK)
-
TSA19SABachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
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TSA19SBBachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
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TER20S1Energia- ja ympäristötekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Kananen, J. 2015. Online Research for Preparing your Thesis. Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 198.Kananen, J. 2011. Rafting Through the Thesis Process: Step by Step Guide to thesis Process. . Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 114.Field-specific methodological literature.
Teaching methods
Lectures, information retrieval and applied learning assigments. Assignments in groups are based on Problem-based learning. In distance learning the assignments are done individually.
Student workload
Distance lectures max. 28 h, exercises and independent studies 107 h total 135 h
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 24.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Sari-Maarit Peltola
Groups
-
MPT21S1Palveluliiketoiminnan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks and tests 70 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- thesis subject 15 h
- thesis seminars 6 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Shomaila Sadaf
Groups
-
HTG20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures and tests
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Paula Linna
Groups
-
HTK19S1Tietojenkäsittely
-
HTK20S1Tietojenkäsittely
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures or Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done individually.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis topic 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 11.03.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
- Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Tiina Blek
Groups
-
SOK22KSKätilö (AMK), päivätoteutus
-
SAR22K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The webinars take place at the Zoom address, which is announced in the Moodle learning environment.
Moodle opens about a week before the start of the study period.
Webinars are recorded.
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Webinars
Online exam
Employer connections
-
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Teija Koskinen
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
OR
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
OR
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
AND
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
The course has themes. The themes include following steps that support the learning process:
1. independent study of the subject, following tasks and assignments
2. expert lectures related to the subject area
3. compulsory learning tasks done during the contact lessons
4. personal learning assignments
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
1. Each contact lessons starts with an introduction and guidance to the theme and subject
2. Guidance and learning support for the learning tasks done in classroom
3. Evaluation of the learning tasks with the scale Failed/Passed or numeral scale
4. Peer feedback on the selected learning tasks
5. Written feedback on the learning platform according to the task descriptions.
Employer connections
This course has a research project, which can be done for a case organisation.
Exam schedules
The exams must be done during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course applies the Jamk practices on the recognition of the prior learning.
Student workload
Contact lessons 25h
Independent studies 40h
Exams and assignments 70h
Total 135h
Further information
Teacher's assessments
Self assessments
Peer assessments
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Teija Koskinen
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL21SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
OR
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
OR
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
AND
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
The course has themes. The themes include following steps that support the learning process:
1. independent study of the subject, following tasks and assignments
2. expert lectures related to the subject area
3. compulsory learning tasks done during the contact lessons
4. personal learning assignments
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
1. Each contact lessons starts with an introduction and guidance to the theme and subject
2. Guidance and learning support for the learning tasks done in classroom
3. Evaluation of the learning tasks with the scale Failed/Passed or numeral scale
4. Peer feedback on the selected learning tasks
5. Written feedback on the learning platform according to the task descriptions.
Employer connections
This course has a research project, which can be done for a case organisation.
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course applies the Jamk practices on the recognition of the prior learning.
Student workload
Contact lessons 20h
Independent studies 105h
Exam and preparations 10h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
This course has eight themes.
Further information
Teacher's assessments
Self assessments
Peer assessments
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 15.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- English
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 26
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Salla Grommi
Groups
-
SAR23KM2Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Henri Kervola
Teacher in charge
Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS19KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
LOGRAKVERKKOLogistiikan ja rakentamisen verkko-opetus
-
TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
ZJATLS22SMMAvoin amk, Logistiikka, Monimuoto
-
TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22SMMLogistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Teaching methods
The implementation is intended for distance learning students in logistics. Implementation includes virtual contacts, learning assignments and the submission of a thesis topic proposal.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
01.01.2023 - 21.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Laura Vertainen
Groups
-
LMS20S1Maaseutuelinkeinot
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 40 h
- learning tasks 65 h
- studying the course material 30 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
04.11.2022 - 24.02.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Finnish Music Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music Pedagogue
Teachers
- Eeva Oksala
Groups
-
KPD20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
4.11.2022-24.2.2023
Verkkoluennot perjantaisin 8.45-11.45 Zoomissa (https://jamk.zoom.us/j/63890734293)
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
02.10.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Tarja Niemelä
Groups
-
MPT21SMPalveluliiketoiminnan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Online implementation
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Kuukkanen
- Kristina Grahn
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Kuukkanen
- Kristina Grahn
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristina Grahn
- Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Aila Pikkarainen
- Merja Kurunsaari
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Kuukkanen
- Anniina Berg
Groups
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 16.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV20SMTieto- ja viestintätekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa.
Aloituswebinaari pe 2.9.2022 klo 15.30-17 Zoomissa https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123.
Syksyn muut kokoontumiset (varmistetaan aloituskerralla):
pe 16.9.2022 klo 15.30-18.30
pe 30.9.2022 klo 15.30-18.30
pe 14.10.2022 klo 15.30-18.30
pe 28.10.2022 klo 15.30-18.30
pe 11.11.2022 klo 15.30-18.30
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 16.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Raija Hämäläinen
Groups
-
TTV20S5Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
-
TTV20S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Moodlen verkkotyötilassa oleva materiaali.
Kirjallisuutta:
Aaltio, I., Juuti, P. & Puusa, A. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Bister, T. 2019. Tietojenkäsittelyn opinnäytetyö: Viittoja ja karttoja tutkimisen ja kehittämisen teille. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 272. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2015. Tutki ja kirjoita. 20. painos. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2015. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittajan opas. Näin kirjoitan opinnäytetyön tai pro gradun alusta loppuun. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 202. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Kananen, J. 2015. Verkkotutkimus opinnäytetyönä. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 187. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. (Kirja sisältää laadullisen ja määrällisen tutkimuksen).
Kananen, J. 2019. Opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun pikaopas. Avain opinnäytetyön ja pro gradun kirjoittamiseen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja 262. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu.
Liukko, S. & Perttula, S. Opinnäytetyön raportointi. Oppimateriaali. Uusin versio. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu. https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/raportointiohje/.
Puusa, A., Juuti, P., Aaltio, I., Siltaoja, M., Puusa, A. & Sorsa, V. 2020. Laadullisen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät. Helsinki: Gaudeamus.
Tang, H. 2021. Engineering research: Design, methods, and publication. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Valli, R. & Aaltola, J. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 2, Näkökulmia aloittelevalle tutkijalle tutkimuksen teoreettisiin lähtökohtiin ja analyysimenetelmiin. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Valli, R. & Aarnos, E. 2018. Ikkunoita tutkimusmetodeihin: 1, Metodin valinta ja aineistonkeruu : virikkeitä aloittelevalle tutkijalle. 5., uudistettu painos. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Vilkka, H. 2021. Näin onnistut opinnäytetyössä: Ratkaisut tutkimuksen umpikujiin. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Teaching methods
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: Zoom-verkkoluennot ja -webinaarit, itseopiskelu, pienryhmätyöskentely, harjoitustyöt ja oppimistehtävät. Zoom-linkki https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Exam schedules
Opintojaksoon ei kuulu tenttiä. Opintojaksoon kuuluvat oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt aikatauluineen esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla ti 30.8.2022 klo 11.30-13 (Zoom).
Completion alternatives
Hyväksilukemisen menettelytavat kuvataan tutkintosäännössä ja opinto-oppaassa. Opintojakson opettaja antaa lisätietoa mahdollisista opintojakson erityiskäytänteistä.
Student workload
Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 opiskelijan työtuntia (1 op tarkoittaa keskimäärin 27 tunnin työtä)
- verkkoluennot ja webinaarit n. 20 tuntia
- opiskelumateriaaliin perehtyminen (itseopiskelu) n. 40 tuntia
- oppimistehtävät ja harjoitustyöt n. 75 tuntia
Content scheduling
Toteutus kokonaan verkossa: https://jamk.zoom.us/j/8786743123
Luennot tiistaisin klo 11.30-13 Zoomissa. Aloitus ti 30.8.2022.
Further information
Opintojakso arvioidaan skaalalla 0-5. Arviointiperusteet esitellään opintojakson aloituskerralla.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 28.10.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Teachers
- Elina Vaara
- Minna Tunkkari-Eskelinen
Groups
-
MTM20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 16.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Piotr Krawczyk
Groups
-
HBI22S1Degree Programme in International Business
-
ZJAHBI22S1Avoin AMK, IB, AMK-polut, International Business
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Materials
Textbook:
Research methods for Business Students; Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill, additional virtual material available
Please Note ! Research methods for business students, 4th ed. 2006 / Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis, Adrian Thornhill is now freely available to you via JAMK on-campus and Intranet Library
JAMK's thesis-related directions in the Study Guide
School-specific directions on the dedicated learning platform and
Elmo Student
Online study materials on Information retrieval
Stevens, J., & Crawford, S. 2014. Project reporting instructions. Adapted from Raportointiohje [Reporting instructions] by Liukko, S., & Perttula, S. 2013. JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ open learning materials. Accessed on 12 March 2014. Retrieved from http - //oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/project reporting instructions
Other relevant materials.
Teaching methods
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Lectures, course project/group assignments, thesis proposal/individual assignment, exam test.
Course ILOs - Intended Learning Outcomes:
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Employer connections
Thesis as part of double degree diploma and/or overseas internship.
Exam schedules
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
International connections
The course is available for Double Degree students and Study Abroad students from JAMK's partner institutions around the world.
Completion alternatives
The primary mode of delivery is a combination of in-class activities on campus and online lectures. The lectures will be recorded to support opportunities for 24/7 learning. The in-class activities deepen the learning in the forms of tutorials, individual and group work, reflection and guidance. However, if the COVID-19 situation requires the learning will be supported by online tutorials.
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Student workload
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Total 125-155 hours
Content scheduling
Detailed and up-to-date information is available in the course workspace (Learning Environment).
Weekly lectures, workshops, and assignments.
Fall semester the course ends at the latest in the third week of December.
Spring semester the course ends at the latest at the end of May.
More details to be announced during the course.
Further information
Open UAS: 4 (included in the total capacity)
The student understands what a research process includes, how to formulate a research topic and research questions, do a literature review, understand research philosophies and approaches, formulate research design, is aware of research ethics and challenges in getting access to data/organizations as well as available sampling techniques. The student is aware of the different data sources, research methods, and strategies to choose from, as well as data collection techniques and procedures and analysis, and can draw basic conclusions. The student is familiar with JAMK thesis/diploma guidelines.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to -
IBCRI Skills in Critical and Analytical Understanding
Critically review, analyze, and understand the information available from academic and professional business sources in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process.
IBCOM Communication Skills
Communicate responsibly, effectively, and professionally in English in oral and written formats in the context of planning, design, and implementation process.
IBETH Ethical Conduct
Embrace ethical conduct in practice and decision-making in the context of thesis planning, design, and implementation process. This may be according to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (UNPRME) or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 20.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- English
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Marjo Palovaara
- Suleiman Kamau
Teacher in charge
Marjo Palovaara
Groups
-
SNS22VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
-
SNS21SG1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi. Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Other materials recommended by the teacher.
Teaching methods
Contact lessons
Learning seminars
Exam schedules
Evaluation is on the basis of seminar assignments.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Contact lessons.
Independent tasks and exam.
Employer connections
This course has a research project, which can be done for a case organisation.
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course uses Jamk practices on the recognition of the prior learning.
Student workload
Contact lessons 20h
Independent studies 105h
Exam and preparations 10h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
This course has eight themes.
Further information
Teacher's assessments
Self assessments
Peer assessments
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL21SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
No regular meetings.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
OR
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
OR
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
AND
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
This course is held for daytime students. The course can also be studied by the multi-mode students.
The course is held online and it has eight themes.
Each theme has independent assignments.
Guidance:
Mandatory introduction meeting (online)
Guidance in online-learning space (Moodle).
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Failed exam can be re-done two times during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course can be replaced by relevant prior studies or knowledge. See the Jamk degree regulations for more information.
Student workload
Introduction 1h
Indendent studies and assignments 114h
Exam preparation and exam 20h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
The course has eigth themes. Each theme has 2-4 weeks time frame.
Each theme includes self studies (reading, videos) and assignments.
Further information
This course replaces the prior course ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Olli Väänänen
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Kananen, J. 2015. Online Research for Preparing your Thesis. Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 198.Kananen, J. 2011. Rafting Through the Thesis Process: Step by Step Guide to thesis Process. . Publications of Jamk University of Applied Sciences 114.Field-specific methodological literature.
Teaching methods
Lectures, information retrieval and applied learning assigments. Assignments in groups are based on Problem-based learning. In distance learning the assignments are done individually.
Student workload
Distance lectures max. 28 h, exercises and independent studies 107 h total 135 h
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Henri Kervola
Teacher in charge
Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS19KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
LOGRAKVERKKOLogistiikan ja rakentamisen verkko-opetus
-
TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Teaching methods
The implementation is intended for distance learning students in logistics. Implementation includes virtual contacts, learning assignments and the submission of a thesis topic proposal.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
12.09.2022 - 19.09.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 16.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 60
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Paula Linna
- Teija Koskinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
HTL20IYBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
-
HTL20S1Liiketalous
-
HTL21SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
OR
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
OR
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
AND
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
OR
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
OR
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
The course can also be studied by the multi-mode students.
The course is held online and it has eight themes.
Each theme has independent assignments.
Guidance:
Mandatory introduction meetings (online)
Guidance in online-learning space (Moodle).
Exam schedules
The exam must be done during the course.
Failed exam can be re-done two times during the course.
Completion alternatives
This course can be replaced by relevant prior studies or knowledge. See the Jamk degree regulations for more information.
Student workload
Webinars 14h
Indendent studies and assignments 101h
Exam preparation and exam 20h
Total 135h
Content scheduling
The course has eigth themes. Each theme has 2-4 weeks time frame.
Each theme includes self studies (reading, videos) and assignments.
Further information
This course replaces the prior course ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Petri Vauhkonen
Teacher in charge
Petri Vauhkonen
Groups
-
TLS19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Autumn semester 2022.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons, self-studying and learning assignments.
Exam schedules
No final exam.
Completion alternatives
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Teachers
- Pekka Lähdesmäki
Teacher in charge
Pekka Lähdesmäki
Groups
-
TRY19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons (live Zoom will be used if necessary), self-studying, assignments and group works.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
Tällä toteutuksella ei ole tenttiä.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Content scheduling
Opintojakso koostuu 3 op yhteisestä osuudesta ja 2 op itsenäisestä osuudesta (opinnäytetyö aihe-ehdotus) ". " op itsenäinen osuus suositellaan suoritettavaksi yhteisen osuuden jälkeen.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 30.04.2022
Timing
23.05.2022 - 31.07.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Tarja Niemelä
Groups
-
MPT20S1Palveluliiketoiminta
-
MPT20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.12.2021 - 30.04.2022
Timing
23.05.2022 - 22.06.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Blek
Teacher in charge
Tiina Blek
Groups
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR19S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR19SMSairaanhoitaja
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.12.2021 - 30.04.2022
Timing
23.05.2022 - 22.06.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Kuukkanen
- Sami Hoisko
Teacher in charge
Tiina Kuukkanen
Groups
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SOS19S1Sosionomi
-
SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS19SMSosionomi
-
SOS20S1Sosionomi
-
STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
-
SAR19S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR19SMSairaanhoitaja
-
SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.12.2021 - 30.04.2022
Timing
23.05.2022 - 22.06.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristiina Juntunen
- Aila Pikkarainen
Teacher in charge
Kristiina Juntunen
Groups
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SOS19S1Sosionomi
-
SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS19SMSosionomi
-
SOS20S1Sosionomi
-
STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
-
SAR19S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR19SMSairaanhoitaja
-
SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
21.03.2022 - 19.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Marjo Palovaara
- Suleiman Kamau
Teacher in charge
Marjo Palovaara
Groups
-
SNS20SG1Degree Programme in Nursing
-
SNS22VKBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Further information
exchange student 5
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
09.03.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Teachers
- Timo Lehtonen
- Anu Manner
- Kimmo Aho
- Tapu Holttinen
- Janne Roiha
- Jaana Larsson
- Pekka Pirinen
Groups
-
HTA19S1Tiimiakatemian tutkinto-ohjelma
-
HTA20S1Tiimiakatemian tutkinto-ohjelma
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Ei säännöllisiä tapaamisia.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Verkko-opintojakso, joka koostuu kahdeksasta teemasta.
Kuhunkin teemaan liittyy itsenäiset tehtävät.
Suoritustavat: Itsenäiset tehtävät ja tentti.
Ohjaustavat:
Pakollinen aloitustapaaminen (online).
Verkko-oppimisympäristön ohjaustyökalut (Moodle).
Exam schedules
Tentti on suoritettava opintojakson aikana, mutta muutoin suoritusaika on vapaa.
Hylätyn tentin voi uusia kaksi kertaa opintojakson aikana.
Completion alternatives
Opintojaksolla on käytössä hyväksiluvun käytänteistä korvaaminen aiemmilla opinnoilla tai aiemmin hankitun osaamisen hyväksiluku. Tarkemmat ohjeet saat tutkintosäännöstä ja JAMK-intrasta.
Student workload
Aloituswebinaari 1h
Itsenäinen opiskelu ja itsenäiset tehtävät 124h
Tenttiin valmistautuminen ja tentti 10h
Yhteensä 135h
Content scheduling
Opintojaksolla on kahdeksan teemaa. Kullekin teemalle on keskimäärin noin viikko suoritusaikaa. Kukin teema sisältää oppimateriaalia (lukemista, videoita) ja harjoitustehtäviä.
Further information
Tämä opintojakso korvaa aiemman opintojakson ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
07.02.2022 - 28.02.2022
Timing
14.02.2022 - 27.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Piotr Krawczyk
Groups
-
HBI22VKKBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Kedge Business School
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE IS EXCLUSIVELY SUITED TO IN-CLASS DELIVERY. ALL TEACHING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN CAMPUS. THE PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BE PRESENT IN VARIOUS LECTURES HELD AT JAMK MAIN CAMPUS.
Further information
For Kedge BS students (HBI22VKK): 25
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
01.02.2022 - 30.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Teachers
- Elina Vaara
- Minna Tunkkari-Eskelinen
Groups
-
MTM20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
-
MTM19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
24.01.2022 - 15.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business
Teachers
- Tarja Niemelä
- Elina Vaara
Groups
-
MPT20S1Palveluliiketoiminta
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- excercises and tests 26h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
10.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL20IYBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
-
HTL20S1Liiketalous
-
HTL21KIYBachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Location and time
Ei säännöllisiä tapaamisia.
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Verkko-opintojakso, joka koostuu kahdeksasta teemasta.
Kuhunkin teemaan liittyy itsenäiset tehtävät.
Suoritustavat: Itsenäiset tehtävät ja tentti.
Ohjaustavat:
Pakollinen aloitustapaaminen (online).
Verkko-oppimisympäristön ohjaustyökalut (Moodle).
Exam schedules
Tentti on suoritettava opintojakson aikana, mutta muutoin suoritusaika on vapaa.
Hylätyn tentin voi uusia kaksi kertaa opintojakson aikana.
Completion alternatives
Opintojaksolla on käytössä hyväksiluvun käytänteistä korvaaminen aiemmilla opinnoilla tai aiemmin hankitun osaamisen hyväksiluku. Tarkemmat ohjeet saat tutkintosäännöstä ja JAMK-intrasta.
Student workload
Aloituswebinaari 1h
Itsenäinen opiskelu ja itsenäiset tehtävät 124h
Tenttiin valmistautuminen ja tentti 10h
Yhteensä 135h
Content scheduling
Opintojaksolla on kahdeksan teemaa. Kullekin teemalle on keskimäärin 2 viikkoa suoritusaikaa. Kukin teema sisältää oppimateriaalia (lukemista, videoita) ja harjoitustehtäviä.
Further information
Tämä opintojakso korvaa aiemman opintojakson ZZPP0610 Tutkimus- ja kehittämistoiminta.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
10.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 80
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Paula Linna
- Riikka Ahlgren
Groups
-
HTL20S1Liiketalous
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino.
TAI
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi.
TAI
Metsämuuronen, J. (toim.) 2006. Laadullisen tutkimuksen käsikirja. Helsinki: International Methelp.
JA
Metsämuuronen, J. 2011. Tutkimuksen tekemisen perusteet ihmistieteissä: Opiskelijalaitos. 2. laitos (4. laitoksen pohjalta). Helsinki: International Methelp.
TAI
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
TAI
Kananen, J. 2011. Kvantti: Kvantitatiivisen opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylän amk:n julkaisuja 118.
Teaching methods
Online webinars.
Different assingments and online exams during the course.
Exam schedules
Verkkotentti pitää suorittaa opintojakson aikana, itse valitsemanasi ajankohtana.
Hylätyn tentin voi uusia kaksi kertaa.
Student workload
Contact lessons (webinars) c. 25h
Independent studies 95h
Online exams and preparations 15h
Total 135h
Further information
Opintojakson arvosana pohjautuu tehtäviin ja verkkotenttiin.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
10.01.2022 - 29.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 10
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Logistics
Teachers
- Anna Riikonen
Groups
-
TLE18S1Degree Programme in International Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This course is for International Logistics students.
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons, self-studying, group works and assignments.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
This course doesn´t have an exam.
Student workload
Contact lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
10.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Henri Kervola
Teacher in charge
Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS19KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS22KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
TLS18KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 13.03.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Tiina Blek
Groups
-
SOK21K1Degree programme in Midwifery
-
SOK21KSKätilö (AMK), päivätoteutus
-
SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Blek
- Merja Kurunsaari
Teacher in charge
Merja Kurunsaari
Groups
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SOS19S1Sosionomi
-
SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SOS19SMSosionomi
-
SOS20S1Sosionomi
-
STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
-
SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
-
STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR19KMSairaanhoitaja
-
SAR19K1Sairaanhoitaja
-
SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
-
SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 11.03.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Tiina Kuukkanen
- Riitta Räsänen
Teacher in charge
Tiina Kuukkanen
Groups
-
SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
-
STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
-
SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
-
STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
-
SOS19S1Sosionomi
-
SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
-
SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
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SOS19SMSosionomi
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SOS20S1Sosionomi
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STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
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SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
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SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
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SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
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SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
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SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
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SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
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SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
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SAR19S1Sairaanhoitaja
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SAR19SMSairaanhoitaja
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SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Kristiina Juntunen
- Tiina Blek
Teacher in charge
Tiina Blek
Groups
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SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
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STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
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SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
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STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
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SOS19S1Sosionomi
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SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
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SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
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SOS19SMSosionomi
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SOS20S1Sosionomi
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STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
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SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
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SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
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SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
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SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
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SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
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SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
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SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
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SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Services
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Riitta Räsänen
- Tarja Tapio
Teacher in charge
Tarja Tapio
Groups
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SFT20SMFysioterapeutti
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STT20S1Toimintaterapeutti
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SFT20S1Fysioterapeutti
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STT19SMToimintaterapeutti
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SOS19S1Sosionomi
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SKO19SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
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SAR20S1Sairaanhoitaja
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SOS19SMSosionomi
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SOS20S1Sosionomi
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STT19S1Toimintaterapeutti
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SAR20KMSairaanhoitaja
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SAR20K1Sairaanhoitaja
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SAR20SMBachelor's degree Programme in Nursing
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SAR21SMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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SOS20SMSosionomi (AMK)
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SAR21K1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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SAR21KMSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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STT20SMToimintaterapeutti
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SKO20SMBachelor's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation Counselling
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SAR21S1Sairaanhoitaja (AMK)
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SFT19SMFysioterapeutti
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SFT19S1Fysioterapeutti
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Laadullinen tutkimus:
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Määrällinen tutkimus:
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kirjallisuuskatsaus, toimintatutkimus
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE.
Kehittämistoiminta:
Toikko, T & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta : näkökulmia kehittämisprosessiin, osallistamiseen ja tiedontuotantoon. Tampere University Press:Taju.
Kappaleet: 2, 4, 5, 6 (s. 13–23, 29–34, 56–112, 117–154)
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Tutkimusetiikka:
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa.
Teaching methods
opetus toteutetaan kokonaisuudessaan verkossa
Exam schedules
TENTTI: 24.2. kello 14 00-1630
1. uusintatentti 7.3. 1400 - 1630
2. uusintatentti 17.3. kello 1400 - 1630
Completion alternatives
ei vaihtoehtoisia suoritustapoja
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
03.01.2022 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Salla Grommi
Groups
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SAR21KMJVSairaanhoitaja (AMK)
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
01.01.2022 - 21.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
4 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Jarkko Immonen
- Elina Vaara
Groups
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HTK18S1Tietojenkäsittely
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HTK17S1Tietojenkäsittely
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HTK19S1Tietojenkäsittely
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures or Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done individually.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis topic 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021
Timing
30.08.2021 - 31.01.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Risto Pakarinen
- Ilkka Suur-Uski
- Henri Kervola
Groups
-
TLS19KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
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TLS20KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
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TLS21KMMLogistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
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TLS18KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hyvä tieteellinen käytäntö ja sen loukkausepäilyjen käsitteleminen Suomessa. 2013. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje 2012. www.tenk.fi
Ihmiseen kohdistuvan tutkimuksen eettiset periaatteet ja ihmistieteiden eettinen ennakkoarviointi Suomessa. Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan ohje. 2019. https://tenk.fi/fi/eettinen-ennakkoarviointi-ihmistieteissa
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021
Timing
30.08.2021 - 31.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 18
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Marjo Turunen
- Anna Riikonen
Groups
-
TLE18S1Degree Programme in International Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes live Zoom sessions, self-studying, group works and assignments.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
This course doesn´t have an exam.
Student workload
Contact lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 30.04.2022
Timing
30.08.2021 - 29.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Petri Vauhkonen
Teacher in charge
Petri Vauhkonen
Groups
-
TLS19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
-
TLS18S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons (live Zoom will be used if necessary), self-studying, assignments and group works.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
No final exam.
Completion alternatives
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
Contact lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021
Timing
30.08.2021 - 30.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Teachers
- Pekka Lähdesmäki
Teacher in charge
Pekka Lähdesmäki
Groups
-
TRY18S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Eskola, J. & Suoranta, J. 2014 tai uudempi painos. Johdatus laadulliseen tutkimukseen. Tampere: Vastapaino
Tuomi, J.& Sarajärvi, A. 2018. Laadullinen tutkimus ja sisällön analyysi. Tammi
Vilkka, H. 2007. tai uudempi painos. Tutki ja mittaa: määrällisen tutkimuksen perusteet. Helsinki: Tammi.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: SAGE
Stolt, M. & Axelin, A. & Suhonen, R. 2015 tai uudempi painos. Kirjallisuuskatsaus hoitotieteessä. Turun yliopisto 2. korjattu painos
Toikko, T. & Rantanen, T. 2009. Tutkimuksellinen kehittämistoiminta. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy. eKirjana TamPub- julkaisuissa http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-951-44-7732-4
Ojasalo, K. Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2015. Kehittämistyön menetelmät. Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOYpro. (soveltuvin osin)
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P., Sajavaara, P. & Sinivuori, E. 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. 15. uud. p. Helsinki: Tammi.
Kananen, J. 2010. Opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisen käytännön opas. Jyväskylä: Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Kananen, J., Gates, M. & JAMK University of Applied Sciences. (2011). Rafting through the thesis process: Step by step guide to thesis research. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulu
Teaching methods
This is a contact lesson course that includes face to face lessons (live Zoom will be used if necessary), self-studying, assignments and group works.
Detailed implementation method and group division will be specified at the beginning of the course.
Moodle's e-learning environment is used in this course.
Exam schedules
Tällä toteutuksella ei ole tenttiä.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
lessons 9 h
Independent studying 40 h
Learning assignments 60
Thesis subject 26 h
Total 135 hours.
Content scheduling
Opintojakso koostuu 3 op yhteisestä osuudesta ja 2 op itsenäisestä osuudesta (opinnäytetyö aihe-ehdotus) ". " op itsenäinen osuus suositellaan suoritettavaksi yhteisen osuuden jälkeen.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Enrollment
02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021
Timing
23.08.2021 - 20.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Campus
Finnish Music Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music Pedagogue
Teachers
- Eeva Oksala
Groups
-
KPD19S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music
Objective
Purpose of the course
The purpose of the course is to familiarise the student with the basics of development and research activities and support the writing of the bachelor's thesis.
Course competences:
Ethical competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Investigations and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working
Course learning outcomes
As a student, you are familiar with the different stages involved in research and development processes supporting your thesis, the required approaches to research and development and the most common options for data collection and analysis. You are able to choose a development or research approach and methods (data collection and analysis methods) that are suitable to your thesis. You are familiar with JAMK’s thesis process and are able to prepare a thesis topic proposal and plan in which you justify the methodological choices you made. You are familiar with the research ethics governing thesis preparation and act in accordance with it and the principles of good scientific practice.
Content
Research process (research setting: research problem, research question, research approach, data collection and analysis methods, reliability review, open science)
The generic structure of a thesis, evaluation criteria and exercises on evaluating completed theses
Research ethics and good scientific or artistic practice
Integrative literature review
- Problem identification, location of studies, data collection from individual studies, evaluation of the studies and data analysis
Qualitative research:
- the most common qualitative data collection methods, analysis methods, reliability review
Quantitative research:
- data collection (existing or self-collected data, questionnaire), measuring scales, sampling, data analysis methods (indicators, direct distribution, cross-tabulation, statistical tests, reliability of results)
Research-based development
- setting development problems / questions, choosing development methods, data collection and analysis, assessing the reliability of research and development activities
Preparation of a thesis topic proposal
Materials
Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.
Ethical principles and ethical review in human sciences. 2020. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Responsible conduct of research and procedures for handling allegations of misconduct in Finland. 2012. Finnish National Board on Research Integrity. www.tenk.fi/en
Teaching methods
Individual learning tasks
Group work
Lectures
Webinars
Online exam
Exam schedules
Online exam will be done at informed time.
An unsuccessful online exam can be done again in two sessions.
Completion alternatives
Opintojakson voi opinnollistaa tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.
Student workload
- lectures/online lectures 24 h
- learning tasks 45 h
- studying the course material 20 h
- preparation for the exam 26 h
- thesis subject 20h
Total 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
The student is familiar with the steps involved in the development and research process. They know how to obtain research knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student knows some key research and development methods and is able to describe the differences between them. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Satisfactory 2
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They recognise possibilities for applying development and research methods. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
The student is able to independently obtain and assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. They are able to choose a development or research method suitable for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Very good 4
The student is able to independently obtain and critically assess knowledge concerning their own area of development or research. The student is able to choose a development or research approach and method suitable for their thesis and justify their choice. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
The student is able to obtain knowledge concerning their area of development or research and is capable of source criticism.
They are able to analyse the differences between different development and research methods and justify the choice of development or research methods for their thesis. The student is familiar with the ethical principles and principles of good scientific practice related to the thesis. The student acts in compliance with them.