Research Project (研究报告) (ECC688)

ECC688 Research Project is an integral part of the graduate programme leading to a master's degree in early childhood education. It reflects students' independent academic research conducted under the guidance of their advisors. This course aims to cultivate students' abilities in independent thinking, literature review, data analysis, research problem formulation, writing skills, and innovation.

• Principles and significance of selecting topics for the master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Scope and methods of selecting topics for a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Basic methods and techniques of literature review
• Basic methods and techniques of data analysis
• Formulation and delineation of research questions in early childhood education
• Selection and application of research methods in early childhood education
• Structure and content of a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Writing skills for a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Preparation and considerations for the oral defense of a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Techniques for the oral defense of a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Evaluation criteria for assessing the quality of a master’s thesis in early childhood education
• Integrating Theoretical Framework and Empirical Evidence in a master’s thesis in early childhood education

• Examine the principles governing the selection of topics, writing norms, and formatting requirements for a Master's thesis in early childhood education
• Analyse the basic methods and techniques of literature retrieval and data analysis relevant to academic research in early childhood education
• Conclude the significance of independent thinking and problem-solving abilities in conducting research within the field of early childhood education
• Plan and organise research steps, select appropriate methods, and independently analyse and evaluate research questions in preschool education using critical thinking skills
• Compose a master's thesis in early childhood education that is clear, logically structured, innovative, and demonstrates effective communication skills
• Formulate acquired knowledge and skills to conduct independent academic research in the field of preschool education, demonstrating competence and originality