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15455
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| Year |
2
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| Semester |
S1
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
TP(60H)
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| Scientific area |
Ciência Política e Relações Internacionais
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Entry requirements |
This course assumes that students have basic knowledge of research methods in Political Science and International Relations, acquired in previous courses.
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Learning outcomes |
This course aims to develop the following skills:
1- Understand research in Political Science and International Relations through the critical analysis of articles and the application of methodological knowledge.
2- Master the analysis of academic articles by identifying fundamental elements (research question, theoretical framework, methodology, argumentation, contributions, and limitations) and understanding the logic of scientific investigation.
3- Develop critical thinking by questioning and evaluating research and methodological approaches, identifying biases, formulating personal arguments, and debating different perspectives.
4- Apply critical analysis to solve research challenges through practical exercises, solving problems and proposing solutions to complex issues in political analysis.
5- Foster collaborative work and debate around academic articles, promoting the sharing of ideas and active group learning.
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Syllabus |
The course adopts a dynamic and flexible approach, centered on the thematic interests of the students. The contents are defined collaboratively between the teacher and the students, adapting to their preferences. The selected articles serve as a starting point for students to deepen their understanding of the research process through critical reading, group discussions, and practical exercises. This helps them develop critical analysis skills and reflect on the decisions made by researchers and the challenges they face. Collaborative work and active peer learning are central elements of this course.
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Main Bibliography |
- Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches. 5th ed. Sage Publications.
- Halperin, S., & Heath, O. (2020). Political research: methods and practical skills. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- Lamont, C. (2020). Research methods in politics and international relations. Sage Publications.
- Nina, S. R., Silveira, P., Reis, L., & Terrenas, J. (2024). Manual de Métodos de Investigação em Ciência Política. Leya.
- Powner, L. C. (2015). Empirical research and writing: A Political Science student’s practical guide. Thousand Oaks: CQ Press
- Rich, R. C.; Brians, C. L.; Manheim, J. B.; & Willnat, L. (2018). Empirical Political Analysis. 9 ed. Nova Iorque: Routledge.
- Toshkov, D. (2016). Research design in political science. Bloomsbury Publishing.
The course also includes weekly readings and other bibliographic suggestions to support research design and politics analysis, which will be available on Moodle.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
The teaching methodologies include:
1. Joint selection of articles: Students actively participate in choosing the topics of the academic articles to be analysed, ensuring relevance and interest in the subjects addressed.
2. Critical reading and group discussion: Classes are dedicated to group debates, promoting the exchange of ideas, deepening critical analysis, and collaborative learning.
3. Exercises: Various practical exercises will be used to develop critical analysis skills and solve practical problems in research.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Active Participation (60%): Involvement and quality of contributions in classes and group discussions, demonstrating prior reading of the articles and the ability to articulate concepts and arguments critically and constructively.
- Group Oral Presentation (40%): Critical analysis of a selected academic article, contextualizing the study, evaluating the methodology, and raising pertinent questions for debate.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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