About Us
We are a team of research methodologists with extensive skills in the design, implementation, and analysis of research. We provide education and consultation on the entire scope of research, including conceptualization, design, measurement, analysis to publication.
As methodologists, we create and use specialized applications throughout the research project. We can provide program evaluation as well as training or direct programming / coding on numerous research applications. Check out the links below to learn more about some of the applications we use in our research activities.
Research Methodology Faculty
Maria D. Vásquez, Ph.D.
Michael A. DeDonno, Ph.D.
We also provide service and consultation to our department, the university, and the community. The links that follow provide a partial list of our collegial activities:
- Hispanic-Serving Institution Interest Group (HSI)
- National Council on Measurement in Education (NCME) Committee Member
- Bio-statistics Core
- Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
- American College of Surgeons, Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Educator
Check out our team to learn more about specific skills and interests. We would be happy to discuss your research needs during a personal interview. Contact any of our team members to schedule a conversation.
Interested in training and/or consultation in Spanish? Contact Dr. Maria Vasquez. Si está interesado en capacitación o tiene una consulta en español, por favor envíe un email a mvasque3@fau.edu.
Undergraduate Course Descriptions
EDF 2910 Multidisciplinary Introduction to Research
This course provides students an introduction to research in a variety of disciplines. It is inclusive of multiple disciplines and methodologies, as opposed to a comprehensive survey, and will cover material that is both common to research in all disciplines and specific to the students’ research interests. Over the course of the semester, students will not only begin to build basic research knowledge and skills common to all disciplines, but they will also begin to hone their own research interests.
EDF 2911 Multidisciplinary Research Methods 1
This course allows students to build common research skills and receive guidance in finding a faculty research mentor. It is inclusive of multiple disciplines and methodologies, as opposed to a comprehensive survey, and will cover material that is both common to research in all disciplines and specific to the students’ research interests. Over the course of the semester, students will begin to build basic research knowledge and skills common to all disciplines. They will also begin to hone their own research interests.
EDF 3912 RI: Multidisciplinary Research Methods 2
This course supports students that already have a faculty research mentor as they navigate the undergraduate research process. This course is inclusive of multiple disciplines and methodologies, as opposed to a comprehensive survey, and will cover material that is both common to research in all disciplines and specific to the students’ research interests. As a part of this course, students will have the opportunity to apply for research grants to fund their own research study.
EDF 3913 RI: Multidisciplinary Research Methods 3
This course supports students that have a faculty research mentor as they navigate the undergraduate research process. This course is inclusive of multiple disciplines and methodologies, as opposed to a comprehensive survey, and will cover material that is both common to research in all disciplines and specific to the students’ research interests. Students will learn how to find presentation/publication opportunities and develop their project into a research presentation for the FAU Undergraduate Research Symposium.
EDF 4930 Field Research in the Galapagos
This course provides students an introduction to designing and implementing an observational, field-based research project from beginning to end, resulting in a research manuscript co-authored by the students in the course.
Educational Measurement and Evaluation (EDF 3430) 3 credits
A basic course to train students/teachers to integrate classroom assessment into instructional planning to improve student learning. Along with basic terminology, students develop particular skills in writing instructional objectives, developing test items of various types, constructing rating scales and understanding the interpretation of standardized tests.
Graduate Course Descriptions
EDF 6432 – Measurement
Basic concepts in measurement and statistics and their application to research and the evaluation of classroom learning. Covers important attributes of instruments used in educational situations, with particular emphasis on the selection and development of instruments for the collection of research data.
EDF 7482 - Advanced Educational Research
An in-depth analysis of descriptive and experimental research designs that are appropriate for specific educational problems. An original research report will be produced by the student.
STA 6113 - Educational Statistics
Provides the student with knowledge of statistical concepts and techniques necessary for critical consumption of educational research.
EDF 6481- Educational Research
Provides students with a broad knowledge of the educational research process, research methodologies, statistical applications, and the research proposal writing process.
STA 7114 – Advanced Statistics
Advanced univariate and multivariate statistical techniques used in educational research are covered. Students are expected to gain knowledge and experience in the use of packaged statistical software in data analysis.