Theory of knowledge; theoretical perspectives, data collection methods, analysis within interactive media technology and research-ethical aspects on these; different views on knowledge production, research and technical development and design.
DM2711 Research Methods in Interactive Media Technology 9.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2020
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Headings with content from the Course syllabus DM2711 (Autumn 2017–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course gives a broad introduction to knowledge production, theory and method within the area of interactive media and communication technology. Based on a general theory of science introduction, the course will give specialisation within engineering, human and design scientific attempts with a focus on central theories and methods. Design of studies, data collection techniques and analysis of data are introduced and connected also to social and ethical issues.
On completion of the course, the student should be able to
- apply basic research methodology within empirical science, engineering science and design science
- design research projects with consistent use of theory and method to be able to answer a specific question and/or create a design based on specific preconditions
- discuss the relation between theory, method and analysis
- critically assess the results and analysis a research project based on its attempt
- discuss possibilities and limitations of different data collection techniques, methods, analyses and theoretical perspectives
- discuss ethical and social aspects within research in media technology
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
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Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
Philosophy of Science: A Very Short Introduction Samir Okasha (2016 or 2002) Oxford University Press
Research Methods In Human-Computer Interaction Jonathan Lazar, Jinjuan Heidi Feng, Harry Hochheiser (2010) John Whiley and Sons
Additional articles/texts distributed in class.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment 1, 2.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- INL2 - Assignment 2, 2.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- INL3 - Assignment 3, 2.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- INL4 - Assignment 4, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Compulsory attendance occurs in the course.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Computer Science and Engineering
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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