Module 'Research and development methodology'

Objective
To introduce to the students the principles of evidence-based research and to teach them to use a variety of evidence-based information sources, to prepare a proper herbarium and graduation thesis and a course paper.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the module, the student:
1. Is able to use professional evidence-based sources for writing a course paper;
2. Is able to use Estonian and/or English language for writing development and research papers;
3. Is able to prepare a herbarium;
4. Is familiar with different research methods and is able to use them in carrying out applied research;
5. Values ethics and is ready to apply the knowledge gained in professional work;
6. Is able to use e-learning opportunities in the learning environment and has practical skills in information searching and processing (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, computer-graphics, and file operations).