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EDU6358   The Practice of Research   (30 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F7

Description

This module introduces students to the processes involved in designing an educational research project, conducting the study and completing the research report. The module focuses on research design, identifying and refining a research topic, reflecting on a researcher's philosophical perspective and positionality, formulating research questions and choosing appropriate methods to use in particular instances and settings. It explores the principles of data analysis and outlines issues to be considered in the presentation of findings from a research process. It aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to complete a dissertation in an education-related field.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 267.0
Lecture 22.0
Tutorial 11.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Other 0.0 100 % S2
 

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