Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research
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Approx. 7 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course teaches social science research methods for urban research. It covers topics such as qualitative and quantitative research techniques, data collection and analysis, and ethical considerations in urban research.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to conduct social science research for urban studies
- Understand qualitative and quantitative research techniques
- Explore data collection and analysis methods
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $58,000
- India: ₹500,000
- Spain: €27,000
- USA: $58,000
- India: ₹500,000
- Spain: €27,000
- USA: $42,000
- India: ₹300,000
- Spain: €20,000
- USA: $58,000
- India: ₹500,000
- Spain: €27,000
- USA: $42,000
- India: ₹300,000
- Spain: €20,000
- USA: $63,000
- India: ₹500,000
- Spain: €30,000
Related Topics for further study
- Social Science Research Methods
- Urban Studies
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Qualitative Research Techniques
- Ethical Considerations
Learning Outcomes
- Develop skills in social science research methods
- Understand the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques in urban research
- Learn how to analyze and interpret urban data
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of social science research
- Familiarity with urban studies
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- GIS for Urban Planning and Management
- Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Urbanist and Author
- Urbanist and Author
Related Books
Description
Welcome!
Outline
- Research Topic
- Introduction to Week
- Problem Statement
- Research Objective / Empirical Cycle
- Research Question
- Testimonial 1 - Introduction to Julia's research
- Introduction to Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research
- Reading assignment: Problem Statement (video)
- Reading assignment: Research objective (video)
- Pre-test
- Theoretical Framework and Operationalization
- Introduction Video
- Knowing What is Known: Literature Review
- Conceptualisation
- Conceptual Framework
- Operationalization
- Research Strategies
- Introduction to Research Strategies
- Strategy Validity and Reliability
- Surveys
- Experiments
- Quasi Experiments
- Case Studies - Defining a case study and when to use it
- Case Studies - Types of case studies
- Desk Research
- Hanna's Testimonial: Researching commuting to work by bicycle in Rotterdam.
- Hanna's Testimonial: Choosing a suitable strategy
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data
- Introduction Video
- Sampling
- Primary Quantitative Data Collection
- Secondary Quantitative Data Collection
- Primary Qualitative Data Collection - Part One
- Primary Qualitative Data Collection - Part Two
- Constructing a Questionnaire
- Administering a Questionnaire
- Preparing and Conducting Interviews
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Introduction Video
- Qualitative Data Analysis: Data Management
- Qualitative Data Analysis: Introduction to Coding
- Qualitative Data Analysis: Tips for Coding
- Qualitative Data Analysis: How to analyse the data
- Qualitative Data Analysis: Reliability and Validity
- Data Analysis: Primary Quantitative Data Analysis
- Primary and Secondary Quantitative Data Preparation
- Data Analysis: Secondary Quantitative Data Analysis
- Data Analysis: Quantitative Data Analysis
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the social science methods that city planners use to study urban research with Coursera's Studying Cities course. This course has received high praise from students for its engaging content and real-world application.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content is engaging and applicable to real-world scenarios.Pros from User Reviews
- The lectures are well-structured and easy to follow.
- The course provides a great overview of urban research methods.
- The instructors are knowledgeable and responsive to student questions.
- The course offers practical exercises that allow students to apply what they've learned.
- The course is a great resource for anyone interested in urban planning or research.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some students found the course to be too basic and lacking in advanced concepts.
- A few students had technical issues with the online platform.
- Some students felt that the course could benefit from more interactive elements.
- The workload for the course can be quite heavy at times.
- The course may not be suitable for those who are already well-versed in urban research methods.
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Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research
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New Science of Cities | 新城市科学
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新城市科学课程，核心关注科技与城市（TECH+CITY），既是新的“城市科学”，即方法层面利用新数据、新方法和新技术研究经典城市，也是“新城市”的科学，即认识层面研究受到颠覆性技术影响的“新”城市。本在线课程分为概述、技术、应用与展望篇四个模块共13次课系统地介绍新城市科学的最新研究进展。 The New Science of Cities focuses on technology and city (TECH+CITY). 随着第四次工业革命的到来，一系列新兴技术如大数据、人工智能、云计算、物联网、增强现实等，为研究城市提供了新的机会，拓展了其研究广度和深度。此外，这些颠覆性技术也对城市空间和日常生活产生了巨大影响，使城市研究客体自身发生了实质性改变。以此为背景，新城市科学应运而生，也让传统的城市科学焕发了新的生机。 本课程邀请了北京航空航天大学王静远教授、清华大学政治学系孟天广教授、城市象限CEO茅明睿、极海GeoHey平台总监崔福东、华为王鹏教授级工程师、美团研究院研究员厉基巍博士和中国社会科学院周瑜女士参与录制，旨在从学术业界多领域和多学科为大家扩展新城市科学的知识视野和前沿动态。 Many guest lecturers are invited to record this course, such as Prof....
