Info 300 Research Methods-AU’25

Collegiate esports players face significant psychological challenges, including performance pressure and toxicity. This mixed-methods study investigates the primary causes of stress and the coping strategies used by collegiate players through quantitative survey data and qualitative interviews...

Phishing Scams are harmful and dangerous attacks that look to obtain the victim's personal information or money. Such scams are especially concerning in academia, where students and faculty’s sensitive information is at risk. This study looks into the frequency and severity of phishing attacks in a university setting. It utilizes an online survey of the target population and statistical analysis methods...

Gamified learning platforms such as Duolingo have become a dominant force in language education. This trend raises a critical question: Do these game-like elements contribute to meaningful learning? Our research investigates this question by comparing a gamified approach with a traditional flashcard method in teaching German vocabulary...

This study explores how speech recognition and transcription technologies influence undergraduate students' note-taking habits, comprehension, and overall learning experience. We surveyed 71 students to understand who uses these tools, why, and the challenges they encounter...

The information and technology job market is evolving rapidly, driven by advances in artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and user experience design. Universities, particularly information schools, play a critical role in preparing students to meet these demands...