Discipline seminar - Management and Quality Studies (II year) 1600-SZD-SEMII-ZJ
The seminar in the second year of doctoral studies focuses on the transition from the research concept to its implementation phase. The aim is to systematically present the progress of the doctoral dissertation, to critically discuss the chosen solutions, and to provide mutual support in overcoming research challenges. Doctoral students will present key elements of their research work, including: the finalization of the literature review and theoretical framework, a detailed justification of the chosen research methodology (paradigm, strategy, methods, and tools), and the presentation of results from pilot studies or preliminary data analysis. The course serves to verify the methodological correctness of the conducted research, improve scientific argumentation skills, and integrate the community of doctoral students.
Type of course
Course coordinators
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge: Knows and understands:
WG_1 – world achievements, covering theoretical foundations as well as general issues and selected specific issues of a given scientific or artistic discipline, to a degree allowing revision of existing paradigms
WG_2 - main development trends of the scientific or artistic disciplines which are the object of studies
WG_3 - methodology of scientific research
Skills: Can:
UW_1 - use knowledge of various scientific or artistic disciplines to creatively identify, formulate and innovatively solve complex problems or perform research tasks, and specifically: define the purpose and subject of research and formulate a research hypothesis, develop and creatively use research methods, techniques and tools, draw conclusions from research results
UW_2 – make a critical analysis and evaluation of the results of scientific research, expert activity and other creative works and their contribution to the development of knowledge
UK_1 - communicate on specialist topics to a degree enabling active participation in the international research community
UK_3 - initiate a debate
UK_4 - participate in the scientific discourse
Social competences: Is ready to:
KK_1 - critically evaluate the achievements of a given scientific or artistic discipline
KK_2 - critically evaluate own contribution to the development of a given scientific or artistic discipline
KK_3 - recognise the importance of science in solving cognitive and practical problems
KO_1 - fulfil social obligations of researchers and creators
KR_1 - maintain and develop the ethos of research and creative communities, including: conducting scientific activity independently, respecting the principle of public ownership of research results, taking into account the principles of intellectual property protection
Assessment criteria
Description of requirements related to participation in classes, including the permitted number of explained absences: Attendance is mandatory. One unexcused absence per semester is permitted. Any subsequent absence requires an official excuse. A prerequisite for passing the course is active, substantive participation in discussions on the presentations of other seminar participants.
Principles for passing the classes and the subject (including resit session):
a. Active participation in class (50% of the final grade): assessment of the substantive contribution to discussions, asking questions, and providing constructive feedback.
b. Mandatory presentation (50% of the final grade): preparation and delivery of a presentation/s (approx. 20-25 min + discussion) on the progress of the research, with a particular focus on the theoretical chapter, methodological
chapter, or the results of a pilot study.
Resit session: In case of failure, the resit will consist of preparing and delivering a presentation on a topic agreed upon with the instructor.
Methods for the verification of learning outcomes:
a. Observation and assessment of activity during seminar discussions.
b. Assessment of the substantive content and formal aspects of the prepared presentation, as well as the ability to defend the presented theses.
Evaluation criteria:
a. Observation and assessment of activity during seminar discussions.
b. Assessment of the substantive content and formal aspects of the prepared presentation, as well as the ability to defend the presented theses.
Bibliography
Literature on research methodology relevant to the dissertation topic. A general reading for all participants: Shadish, W. R., Campbell, D. T., & Cook, T. D. (2001). Experimental and quasi-experimental designs for generalized causal inference. Houghton Mifflin.
Additional information
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