CRJ 600 - Advanced Research Methods Credits: 3

Studies contemporary empirical research methods and their application in the field of criminal justice, including research design, research ethics, and theories of sampling, construction of data files, data collection strategies, and analysis of findings. The goal of this course is to provide students with the foundational knowledge of research methods and technologies, to become more informed consumers of academic research, adept at quantitative reasoning, and better equipped to implement and evaluate evidence-based practices.