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DM2572 Theory and Method for Media Technology 7.5 credits

Teori och metod för Medieteknik

The aim of the course is to provide a deeper understanding of scientific theories and methods relevant for media technology research.

  • Educational level

    Second cycle

  • Academic level (A-D)

  • Subject area

    Computer Science and Engineering
    Information Technology

  • Grade scale

    A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Course offerings

Autumn 12 TMETM, TMMTM for programme students

Autumn 13 tmm13 for programme students

Learning outcomes

After completed course, the student should be able to

  • identify and critically examine media technology research
  • outline and analyze scientific theories relevant for media  technology research
  • outline and analyze scientific methods relevant for media technology research
  • identify methodological problems in a research study
  • analyze the relationship between results that have been obtained in a study and the conclusions that legitimately can be drawn on the basis of the results.

Course main content

Scientific theory and method

Qualitative method

Quantitative method

Design research

Scientific writing

Scientific publishing

Seminarier

The course is primarily run as a series of seminars

Disposition

For most parts of the course attendance is mandatory

Eligibility

Prerequisites

B.Sc. degree

Literature

There will be scientific articles and other materials.

Examination

  • INL1 - Assignments, 7.5 credits, grade scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Offered by

CSC/Media Technology and Interaction Design

Contact

Stefan Hrastinski, e-post: stefanhr@kth.se

Examiner

Stefan Hrastinski <stefanhr@kth.se>

Version

Course plan valid from: Autumn 12.
Examination information valid from: Autumn 12.