Table 2

Students’ expected difficulties and expectations on course

ItemRespondent %
Expected difficulties
Research method/process39.5
Data collection and analysis15.8
Deciding on a research topic7.9
Completing assignments on time13.1
Finding groupmates5.3
Obtaining reference materials7.9
Technological problems2.6
None7.9
Expectations on the course
Learn about research methods51.4
Be able to use these skills in daily practice24.3
Teachers of the course to provide more guidance and support5.4
Complete the course and graduate18.9

Source(s): Table by the author

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