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20 februari 2021

Quantitative Methods and Statistics

This is an introductory textbook on Quantitative Methods and Statistics, developed and used at Utrecht University (Linguistics) for the humanities. This book offers an overview of and introduction into the most important quantitative methods and statistical techniques used in the humanities. The book provides a solid methodological foundation for quantitative research, and it introduces the most commonly used statistical techniques to describe data and to test hypotheses. This will also enable the reader to critically evaluate such quantitative research. This textbook is being used as a basic textbook in introductory courses in quantitative methods and statistics at Utrecht University. The book is also highly suitable for self-study at a basic level, for everybody who wishes to learn more about quantitative methods and statistics. The main text has been kept free of mathematical derivations and formulas. The explanations are rather conceptual, and rich in examples. Where necessary derivations and formulas are presented in separate sections. This book also contains instructions on how to “do” the statistical analyses and visualisations, using the three statistical packages SPSS, JASP, and R. These instructions too are in separate sections.

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Hugo Quené, Huub van den Bergh

6 juni 2025

How To Write A Quantitative Research Paper

So, you need to write a ‘quantitative’ research paper, and you want to know: what is the correct way of writing such a paper? The answer is, unfortunately: it depends … For one, there is no universally accepted, ‘correct’ way of writing any paper in the social sciences in general. Moreover, even just within the so-called ‘quantitative’ research tradition specifically, there exist different viewpoints on what makes for a good research paper. To muddy things up even further, how to write a paper will also depend on the specific research question(s) that it addresses. Hence, even the same scientist might opt for varying approaches in different papers. Having said that, it is possible to identify some common rules and practices that are often followed, as well as a number of practices that should generally be avoided. Based on these common rules and practices, this document is meant to help you on your way with writing a ‘quantitative’ research paper by offering a number of tips, tricks and rules-of-thumb. None of these rules and practices are set in stone, and you (or your teacher/supervisor) may have excellent arguments to deviate from them. However, in general, following them will greatly increase the quality of your paper.

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Alex Lehr, Roderick Sluiter

2023

LU - PE3 - Course objectives

In this document we give the learning objectives of the course. They are separated into Research Skills and Transferable Skills.

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Paul Logman

1 september 2024

Learning objectives minor Science, Technology & Innovation: Biomimicry

The learning objectives of the Biomimicry minor blend theoretical understanding with practical skills. Students engage with a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines including chemistry, biology, physics, and engineering, gaining a comprehensive grasp of biomimicry principles. Practical objectives emphasize hands-on experiences, where students apply these principles through advanced prototyping techniques such as CAD, 3D printing, and microcontroller programming. The course aims to enhance students’ abilities to think critically and solve problems creatively, preparing them to design and execute bio-inspired projects. Additionally, the program nurtures team collaboration and communication skills, essential for articulating project insights to diverse audiences, and managing long-term, complex projects effectively.

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Morten Stromme

1 september 2023

Course description Minor Science, Technology & Innovation: Biomimicry

The Biomimicry minor at the University of Amsterdam, coded 5142DPB30Y, semester-long, 30 ECTS course offered in English from September to January. Targeted at third-year science bachelor students, the program explores biomimicry—a scientific method that draws inspiration from nature to solve modern technological challenges. The curriculum consists of a blend of lectures, workshops, and hands-on project work in the UvA Makerspace, where students apply their learning to develop real-life prototypes. The program culminates in the creation of a bio-inspired robot, resulting in the integration of acquired theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

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Morten Stromme

2 november 2023

LU - PE3 - Assignment

This file contains a file on how to write a research proposal, an inspirational matrix to help students conceive a first idea of their project. It is followed by the project requirements and a file on writing good physics research questions. A LaTeX template for an article is added as well. Students have previous experience in writing both research proposals and articles from their first year lab course.

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Paul Logman

1 september 2023

Full course materials minor Science, Technology & Innovation: Biomimicry

The Biomimicry minor at the University of Amsterdam is a full-time, semester-long program (30 EC), guiding students through biomimicry's principles. This minor employs a hands-on approach where participants design bio-inspired prototypes, from ideation to execution. Utilizing UvA's Makerspace, students make use of advanced tools to create viable technological applications that mimic nature’s solutions. The curriculum integrates theory with prototyping workshops, including 3D-printing and programming, adding up to a multidisciplinary learning environment. Directory of Resources: •⁠ ⁠The full course description •⁠ ⁠Detailed learning goals and assessments •⁠ ⁠Assessment rubrics- rubrics

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Morten Stromme

2 november 2023

Leiden University - Physics Experiments 3

This is an open inquiry physics lab course. Students are tasked with conceiving, designing, carrying out and reporting on their own scientific experiment. The course gives significant process guidance. Target audience: The course is given at Leiden University to physics and astronomy bachelor's students, usually in their second year of a three year bachelor's. Duration / Study load: 2 ECTS course, equivalent to ~56 total hours of student work, spread across writing a proposal (~10 hours of student work), actual work on the experiment in the lab (24 hours), and writing an article on the work (~10 hours of student work). Over-arching learning goals: (see also the Learning Objectives subpage for specific, assessable list) Students will learn how to independently conduct scientific research (from generating the first idea until presenting and reporting the final results). This collection of the Physics Experiments 3 course information documents gives a description and an overview of how the course is structured and implemented, including the following sub pages: course description (including pre-requisites, learning activities, teaching roles, grouping of students, learning environment) learning objectives assignment (including a way to inspire the students, project requirements, and info on good physics research questions_ course schedule rubrics course facilities students van use our safety measures

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Paul Logman

2023

Maker Lab: full course materials

This is an open inquiry natural science lab course utilizing Maker tools (e.g. inexpensive electronic sensors/sensorboards controlled by Arduinos). Students are tasked with conceiving, designing, and carrying out scientific experiments with significant process guidance but little experimental oversight, instead leveraging the Maker movement's online resources and open source hardware and software tools. Target audience: The course is given at Amsterdam University College to a multidisciplinary mix of natural science bachelor's students, usually in their second or third year of a three year bachelor's. Duration / Study load: 6 ECTS course, equivalent to ~168 total hours of student work, evenly spread across a 16 week term Over-arching learning goals: (see also the Learning Objectives subpage for specific, assessable list) students navigate the iterative empirical research process, including conception, experimental design, testing, data & uncertainty analyses, and drawing conclusions students build self-efficacy in conducting quantitative empirical research and creating scientific knowledge students improve science communication skills in an authentic (team) setting Directory: Course materials are published in the following locations (see links to them below) course description (pre-requisites, learning activities, teaching roles, grouping of students, learning environment) learning objectives course schedule readings and lecture slides for students assignments (and rubrics) resource list: facilities, equipment, software JupyterPython-materials zip file This page's linked websites give official course descriptions. Any questions about this Maker Lab course can be addressed to Forrest via: forrestbradbury@gmail.com

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Forrest Bradbury

2 november 2023

LU - PE3 - Course description

This file contains the general info on the course including prerequisites, grouping and teaching roles, the learning environment, and the way in which the final grade is calculated.

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Paul Logman