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Fundamentals of Scientific Research

Course Description: The course includes a set of topics related to scientific research, its objectives, types, and how to cite references.

Credits: 2

Objectives of the course :

To provide the student with basic knowledge and information about the scientific research methodology and its applied uses, and to help the student become familiar with a set of concepts related to science and scientific thinking, such as the problem, sample, and tools.
Assisting the student in recognizing scientific research types (descriptive, historical, and mixed methods).

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:
– The concept of scientific research, science, and the importance of studying it. Upon completion of this course, students are expected to have become familiar with research methodologies.
- To identify the types of scientific research.
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Skills:
The student can differentiate between scientific and unscientific thinking.
The student explains the difference between types of scientific research.
The ability to understand types of hypotheses, tools, and samples.
The ability to understand the methods and steps used in preparing a research plan.
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
The student demonstrates the ability to cooperate with her colleagues and work with them in a team spirit.
- The student demonstrates the ability to persuade her colleagues of her ideas, accept the opinions of others, and take responsibility.

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Last updated: 2026-04-08