| Module Title |
Research Informed Practice |
| Module Code |
TRE1024 |
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Faculty |
Science & Health |
School |
Health & Human Performance |
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NFQ level |
9 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This module aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the principles and application of scientific enquiry, including the evaluation of treatment/ intervention efficacy, the research process and evidence informed practice. Building on prior learning relating to research methods, students will work in small groups to conduct a critically appraised topic on a focused clinical question in the field of Physiotherapy. They will develop and advance their skills in searching for recent available literature, critically appraise the current available evidence and clearly synthesise the findings and apply them to clinical practice. Students will also identify future research questions, arising from their findings and propose appropriate study designs to address these knowledge gaps. Upon completion of this module, students will demonstrate skills in evidence-informed practice, including translation of theory, concepts and methods to clinical/professional practice.
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Learning Outcomes
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Tutorial | 24 | Tutorials Applied tutorials supporting students group project | | Directed learning | 12 | Directed tasks related to the projects | | Independent Study | 89 | Independent learning and tasks |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 21482 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Cliona O'Sullivan | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | Written assignment: Students will conduct and write a report on a critically appraised topic in the field of Physiotherapy. Working in small groups, students will develop a focused clinical question, systematically search the literature for available evidence, appraise the available evidence and synthesise the findings. Students will also propose a research question, design and summary protocol, which addresses knowledge gaps arising from the findings of their Critically Appraised Topic. | 70% | n/a | | Group presentation | The group presentation represents a ‘building block’ towards the written assignment. Students will present a progress update on their Critically Appraised Topic, including a focused clinical question, literature search, appraisal and findings. | 30% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
n/a
● Finding and searching for evidence
● Overview of study designs
● Critical appraisal skills and checklists
● Making sense of results and their relevance to clinical practice
● Research ethics
● Research integrity
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Fink, A: 2019, Conducting Research Literature Reviews, SAGE Publications,
Articles:
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Other Resources
- 1: Callander, J., Anstey, A. V., Ingram, J. R., Limpens, J., Flohr, C., & Spuls, P. I, 2017, How to write a Critically Appraised Topic: Evidence to underpin routine clinical practice, British Journal of Dermatology
- 420077: 1, Physiopedia, 2020, Critically Appraised Topics,
- https://www.physio-pedia.com/Critically_Appraised_Topics: 420078, 1, Equator Network checklists (Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research),
- https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/strobe/: 420079, 1, Critical Apprasial Skills Programme,
- https://casp-uk.net/:
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