Research Design in Formative Education

3 credits

This course introduces students to the practical foundations of research in education and human development, focusing on how evidence can guide the design and improvement of learning experiences. Students will examine a range of research approaches including experiments, quasi-experimental studies, and design-based research while learning to interpret results and apply findings in real-world educational contexts. Emphasis is on developing skills to critically evaluate research, make informed design decisions, and translate evidence into practice. Examples will be drawn from studies on learning, reasoning, motivation, and the development of meaning, purpose, and virtue. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to apply research principles to create effective, evidence-informed educational interventions