CAS 311 - Quantitative Communication Research I, 3 credit hours

Prerequisite/Corequisite: CAS 126, CAS 215 can be taken concurrently.

The primary objective of this course is to familiarize students with the process of communication research. Students will demonstrate familiarity with this process through the reading, evaluation, and analysis of communication research. Students will build evidence-based arguments for their own research project including specific research questions and hypotheses. Several written assignments will be utilized to practice the formulation research proposals, testable research premises, and ethical guidelines. Literature reviews that adhere to the APA (American Psychological Association) writing format are required. Students will also complete academic readings, homework activities, exams, and participate discussions to master course content.