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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2005 - 2006
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7 Inculcate critical analysis in the selection and use of research methods.
7 Link philosophical paradigms to research and research methods.
7 Inculcate ways to collect and analyse data for experimental and non-experimental research methods.
7 Lay the foundations for further use of research methods in the research enquiry module.
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On successful completion of this module and following a period of personal study, it is intended the student will be able to:
7 Discuss epistemological influences on nursing/midwifery research.
7 Discuss conceptual and theoretical frameworks for research problems.
7 Critically evaluate research methods in relation to research in health and social care.
7 Discuss methods of data collection and analysis for qualitative and quantitative research designs.
7 Discuss the significance of validity and reliability of research methods.
7 Discuss the use of descriptive and inferential statistics and triangulation techniques.
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Assume that a 10 credit module load represents approximately 150 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| · Research literacy and evidence-based practice. · Research process - formulation of research problems, hypothesis generation and research design. · Research paradigms. · Qualitative approaches - philosophy, techniques and methods of analysis. · Quantitative approaches - philosophy, techniques and methods of analysis. · Validity and reliability in research. · Critical evaluation of research methods. · Literature reviewing. · Developing a research proposal. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Indicative Reading List | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Essential: Clamp, C., & Gough, S. (1999). Resources for nursing research. London: Sage. Polit, D.F., Tatano Beck, C., & Hungler, B.P. (2000). Essentials of nursing research: Methods, appraisal and utilisation. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Supplementary: Abbott, P., & Sapsford, R. (1998). Research methods for nurses and the caring professions. Buckingham: Open University Press. Bowers, D. (1996). Statistics from scratch: An introduction for health care professionals. London. Wiley. Downs, F.S. (1999). Readings in research methodology. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Gantley, M. (1999). Introduction to qualitative research for health professionals. London: Royal College of General Practitioners. Gillis, A., & Jackson, W. (2001). Research for nurses: Methods and interpretation. Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. Hoskins, C.N. (1998). Developing research in nursing and health: Quantitative and qualitative methods. New York: Springer Verlag. Lobiondo-Wood, G., & Haber, J. (1997). Nursing research: Methods, critical appraisal and utilisation. St. Louis: Mosby. Nicoll, L.H. (2000). Computers in Nursing's nurse's guide to the internet. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Polit, D.F., & Hungler, B.P. (1998). Nursing research: Principles and methods. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Polit, D.F., & Hungler, B.P. (2000). Study guide to accompany Essentials of nursing research. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Silverman, D. (2000). Doing qualitative research: A practical handbook. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. Struebert, H.,, & Carpenter, D. (1999). Qualitative research in nursing. Philadelphia: Lippincott. Zechmeister, J.S., Zechmeister, E.B., & Shaughnessy, J.J. (2001). Essentials of research methods in psychology. Boston: McGraw Hill. References for journal articles will be provided by individual lecturers | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| BNS | BNS in Nursing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BNSCM | BNS (Community Nursing) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| GNSA | Access Programme - GDip. in Nursing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| GPPCA | GCert/GDip/MSc Primary Care (Access) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| NU | BNS in Nursing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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