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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for Understanding Research Methods by University of London

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    About the Course

    This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods. It will outline the fundamentals of doing research, aimed primarily, but not
    exclusively, at the postgraduate level. It places the student experience at the centre of our endeavours by engaging learners in a range of
    robust and challenging discussions and exercises befitting SOAS, University of London's status as a research-intensive university and its rich
    research heritage. The course will appeal to those of you who require an understanding of research approaches and skills, and importantly an
    ability to deploy them in your studies or in your professional lives. In particular, this course will aid those of you who have to c...
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    Top reviews

    JV

    Apr 28, 2021

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    The readings were excellent, and readable 0 which is a plus for a course such as this.The 1 or zero peer-review rating was 'rough' and maybe 0 to 5 to differentiate effort and results in the e-tivity.

    RP

    Apr 30, 2020

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    The course was very simple and easily understandable. The assignments were very interesting. The peer review activity provided scope to learn from the others too. It was a great learning experience.

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    By Muhammad N

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    Aug 22, 2023

    This journey has been incredibly enlightening, providing me with a solid foundation in research methodologies. I've gained valuable insights that will undoubtedly prove beneficial in my academic and future endeavors. I'm grateful for this opportunity to enhance my skills and knowledge.

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    By Usama S

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    Dec 25, 2020

    The authors of this course has helped me in understanding the research methods and what are the factors that need to be kept in mind while doing a research. I would recommend this course to the people that are new to research area and want to know about the research methods easily.

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    By Usra H

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    Aug 13, 2020

    An interaction-based learning course.

    Enjoyed the course. It was very interesting to see the opinions of different scholars, rather than going by books or articles. Also, the reading material shared in all is amazing and helped in understanding the concept of each aspect discussed.

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    By Salome I

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    Mar 5, 2024

    this course understanding research methods has actually given an understanding about it in various ways. how to review a literature , how to be thorough when researching on a research question, how to consider time when conducting a research. I have learned so much thank you.

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    By Pa P L

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    Sep 21, 2021

    This really help me deepen my understanding about research. Thank your for your interesting high quality videos, useful ideas for developing research question and writing literature review. Thanks course instructor for giving clear instruction about what we are going to do.

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    By Usama K

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    Mar 18, 2021

    I had significantly benefited from this prestigious course, where these benefits have been reflected in many skills which will add nicely to my scientific life as a faculty member.

    I sincerely thank and respect everyone who has done this prestigious and distinguished course.

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    By Aedrian A

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    Jan 14, 2021

    This is an engaging and interactive course that serves, for me, as "re-affirming" material on why do and how to do research. The readings are particularly excellent in providing an academic and surgical perspective on some assumptions I take for granted when doing research.

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    By Bhuvana R

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    Apr 12, 2020

    This is a great course if you're interested in academic research. The interviews are especially good. The short length of the interviews and the assigned reading are an excellent combination since they give you direction, but also allow room for independent, in-depth study.

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    By Nikodemus B P

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    Jan 15, 2023

    Provides a comprehensive understanding of research methods, starting from the literature review to the research approach. It is very helpful to know more about research methods, accompanied by explanations through the question and answer method with research practitioners.

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    By Irfan S

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    Jul 8, 2021

    It is a very good beginning for learners to understand basics of research. The videos are thought provoking and the PDFs are of best quality. I take this opportunity to thank coursera and the contributors of the course especially course coordinators. Thank you one and all.

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    By galano t t

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    Sep 3, 2020

    dear concerned,

    i'm your student from Ethiopia and completed my course . but now to take certificate payment is necessary; so our county Ethiopia has no electronic payment online. by considering this if you support me by delivering certificate or any sponsor. thank you.

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    By Gustavo X F d S

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    Aug 3, 2020

    The topic string was very useful. The placements made by the researchers in the videos helped to elaborate reflections about the vicissitudes of good research and the texts were very illuminating about the importance and aspects of the elaboration of the research proposal.

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    By Danna P O R

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    Jul 5, 2021

    Interesante el poder escuchar la perspectiva de distintos investigadores en algunos aspectos que parecen sencillos pero en realidad son de suma importancia, ad demás es emocionante poder interactuar con compañeros de todas partes del mundo y de distintas áreas de estudio.

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    By Pamela A

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    Dec 10, 2019

    The course was clear and easy to follow. Videos were very helpful and I really like the general structure of the course, especially peer review, which is fundamental for researchers in order to understand other people's research and have more insights into their own work.

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    By berenice o

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    Aug 21, 2015

    I enjoyed the interviews and the tips/suggestions offered in terms of assisting me as a "new learner" to make sure that I submit researchable topics and a research project that aligns to a good design process. Thank you to Coursera for the opportunity, you have done well.

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    By m s g

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    Jun 22, 2020

    The course was designed very well and trough exemplar give the basic information of research which usually the researcher do not have. Those who are interested to do a good research in their fields must do this course to understand the essential elements of the research.

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    By Aalam B

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    Aug 25, 2023

    This course is of great value, featuring an exceptional faculty. Through this course, you will acquire knowledge about research methods, gain insights into developing research questions, and understand the critical factors essential for conducting high-quality research.

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    By Khristyl M G

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    Jan 21, 2017

    Thank you for the knowledge I have gathered here, coursera.org. Understanding Research Methods brings me a lot of idea for my incoming capstone type, CE Project Design as a partial requirement of mine to finish the program I am taking which is Civil Engineering program.

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    By Pedael S

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    Aug 7, 2023

    it was a beautiful and very useful experience I loved the course I recommend it to everyone who has doubts about their scientific research, whether for articles, monographs or course completion work, enjoy each class that is very detailed and with great professionals.

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    By LALIT B

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    Jun 5, 2020

    This course is really helpful to understand the significance of research process and how one can involve in a good quality research work. The content of the course was very informative and all the assignment tasks were interesting to learn the actual research process.

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    By ME K

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    Jul 12, 2022

    Good introductory course. of coure, it is introductory and you will need to follow up with more advanced material. however, it is a very good introduction. the peer-graded assignments system is interesting and the reading materials introduced are really informative

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    By Najam u S F

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    Jun 16, 2020

    A good and research oriented course.I like the way different people were interviewed and their point of view was recorded.This gave me a different understanding for each of the topic.At the end I earned a certificate which have really good impression on my resume.

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    By Shella M G

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    Oct 17, 2020

    I enjoyed the learning especially the pre-recorded videos wherein different scientist and researchers have shared their own experiences while having their own research and integrate it with different topics so we can have better understanding of research methods.

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    By shaista i

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    Aug 17, 2023

    I am lucky to have this opportunity,because it was my dream to read in the university of London.ant it was great experience for me .there was a lot things and new knowledge and achieving certificate is the biggest thing for me i am very happy and grateful .

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    By Caio M

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    Jan 7, 2018

    I discovered this course at the exact same time that I was starting to compose a research question to pursue the acceptance of a master degree. It has a very easy to follow peace, activities that make sense and the right amount of content. Highly recommended.

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