本課程主要介紹公共行政學科常見的學術研究方法，使學生增進對本學科主流及前沿學術研究方法的瞭解。主要授課主題包括：實證研究簡介、常見資料收集與分析方法、學術寫作範式、大資料等前沿方法在公共行政學科中的應用等。此外，課程將結合理論和應用實際，以課堂討論、小組作業及報告等方式，為學生提供應用場景，提高對學術研究方法的理解及運用能力。 This course primarily introduces various academic research methods in the field of public administration, aiming to enhance students' understanding of mainstream and cutting-edge academic research methodologies. Key topics covered include an introduction to empirical research, common methods of data collection and analysis, academic writing conventions, and the application of cutting-edge methods such as big data in the field of public administration. Additionally, the course integrates theory with practical applications, providing students with applied scenarios through classroom discussions, group assignments, and presentations, thereby enhancing their comprehension and application skills in academic research methods.

CILO-1: Identify key elements in formulating research questions and designing appropriate research frameworks. CILO-2: Summarize and compare main research methods in social science research. CILO-3: Discuss key principles and rules in academic ethics. CILO-4: Apply research methods to solve practical issues in public administration and policy, and present the results in a logical and professional manner in written English.