Modern Educational Research Methodology
| Title | Σύγχρονη Μεθοδολογία Εκπαιδευτικής Έρευνας / Modern Educational Research Methodology |
| Code | Α1 |
| Faculty | Theology |
| School | Theology |
| Cycle / Level | 2nd / Postgraduate |
| Teaching Period | Winter/Spring |
| Coordinator | Thomai Chouvarda |
| Common | No |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 600023949 |
Programme of Study: Máthīsī kai kainotomía stīn Ekpaídeusī
Registered students: 79
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KORMOS | Compulsory Course | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Academic Year | 2025 – 2026 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors |
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| Instructors from Other Categories |
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| Weekly Hours | 3 |
| Total Hours | 39 |
| Class ID | 600290917
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Type Of Offer
- Innovation Course
Course Type 2021
Specialization / Direction
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
- Distance learning
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600290917
- eLearning (Moodle): https://elearning.auth.gr/course/view.php?id=24939
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental theoretical approaches and methodologies of educational research.
- Design research processes with adequacy and completeness, and select appropriate methods and tools for data collection and analysis.
- Develop skills in analyzing and interpreting educational data using suitable statistical methods and tools.
- Acquire the ability to write research reports and academic papers in accordance with the standards of the scientific community.
- Comprehend the importance of scientific ethics and transparency in educational research and apply these principles in practice.
General Competences
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Work autonomously
- Work in teams
- Design and manage projects
Course Content (Syllabus)
1. Introduction to Educational Research
- Definition and purpose of educational research
- Historical overview and development
2. Research Design: Concepts and Principles
- Selection of topic and formulation of research questions
- Design of research plan and procedures
3. Critical Reading and Evaluation of Educational Research
- Identification of structural and functional characteristics
- Research evaluation criteria
4. Data Collection in Educational Research
- Data collection methods: observation, interviews, questionnaires
- Application of various methods
5. Qualitative Research Methods in Education
- Phenomenology, action research, etc.
- Analysis of qualitative data
6. Quantitative Research Methods in Education
- Data analysis and statistical methods
- Use of computational tools
7. Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Methods of data analysis
- Interpretation of results and formulation of conclusions
8. Introduction to SPSS: Basic Functions I
9. Introduction to SPSS: Basic Functions II
10. Research in Educational Policy and Administration
- Applications of research in educational organization and management
11. Ethical Issues in Educational Research
- Challenges and recommended practices
- Participant protection and prevention of plagiarism
12. Conducting a Research Project
- Development of the project based on research findings
- Structure and composition of academic texts
13. Presentation and Utilization of Research Findings
- Presentation techniques
- Discussion and exchange of ideas
- Evaluation of research studies
Keywords
Research Planning, Research Methods, Data Analysis and Interpretation, SPSS, Research Project Development
Educational Material Types
- Slide presentations
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Laboratory Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
- Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 39 | ||||
| Fieldwork | 21 | ||||
| Project | 70 | ||||
| Written assigments | 120 | ||||
| Total | 250 |
Student Assessment
Description
I. Written Final Examination (60%), which includes:
Multiple-choice questions
True/False questions
Comparative evaluation of elements
II. Group Project Presentation (40%)
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Multiple Choice Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Summative)
- Written Assignment (Summative)
Bibliography
Additional bibliography for study
Cohen L. & Manion L. (2008). Μεθοδολογία Εκπαιδευτικής Έρευνας. Μεταίχμιο, Αθήνα
Φίλιας Β. (2001). Εισαγωγή στη Μεθοδολογία και τις τεχνικές των Κοινωνικών Ερευνών. (επιμ.). Εκδόσεις Gutenberg, Αθήνα.
Γιαλαμάς, Β., (2005). Στατιστικές Τεχνικές και εφαρμογές στις Επιστήμες της Αγωγής. Αθήνα: Πατάκης
Κατσής, A., Σιδερίδης Γ.Δ., Εμβαλωτής, Α. (2011) Στατιστικές μέθοδοι στις κοινωνικές επιστήμες, Εκδόσεις Τόπος.
Γναρδέλλης, Χ. (2013). Ανάλυση Δεδομένων με το IBM SPSS Statistics 21.0. Αθήνα: Παπαζήσης.
Γιαλαμάς, Β., (2005). Στατιστικές Τεχνικές και εφαρμογές στις Επιστήμες της Αγωγής. Αθήνα: Πατάκης
Last Update
25-10-2025
