MASG50111

This course will provide students with fundamental knowledge about the area of research method and design in the field of school counseling. After demonstrating competency in research methodologies students should be versed well enough in research methods to 1) read and critically review current research in the field of school guidance counseling, and 2) design, implement, and confidently articulate the underlying theoretical principles used in the required scholarly research project and in the field. This course also provides an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation including, basic concepts ofstandardized and nonstandardized testing and other assessment techniques, statistical concepts, reliability and validity. 10 hours of School Counseling Practicum is required for this course.