Research Foundations in Communication Sciences and Disorders (Experimental Design) (550-2-2)
Instructors
Megan York Roberts
Meeting Info
Frances Searle Building 2370: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM
Overview of class
Essential concepts in designing and interpreting experiments in communication sciences and disorders. The range of methods commonly used in sub-disciplines of CSD (i.e., biology, psychology and clinical studies), with an eye to the strengths and weaknesses of each. Selection of papers of interest on a given topic, and
critique of the research design.
Registration Requirements
Enrolled in the CSD PhD program
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to do the following:
1. Choose a research design to answer a scientific question.
2. Weigh the strengths and weaknesses for different research designs based on the research question.
3. Critically appraise published research across different methodologies.
4. Perform replicable literature searches.
5. Synthesize a body of literature systematically.
Evaluation Method
The final grade will be computed based on performance during in-class discussions and the final paper.
Class Materials (Required)
Materials are posted on Canvas.
Class Notes
This discussion-based course provides students exposure to essential concepts in designing and interpreting research in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Students will be actively engaged in selecting research articles of interest to them and evaluating the research design. These research articles will be discussed each week. In order to gain additional experience analyzing and synthesizing a body of work, students will also complete a systematic review in an area of interest to them.