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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2017 - 2018
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Description The purpose of this module is to introduce participants to research perspectives in the humanities and social science context, with a special focus on educational research. Through lectures, group work and independent study the students will develop a perspective on the nature and scope of differing research traditions and philosophies. This context and theory will enable them to begin to apply some of this knowledge in work based and case study situations The range of theories that are introduced are expected to be expanded upon by the students during independent learning periods. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a more informed perspective to bear on the reading and interpretation of research. 2. Analyse important research emerging in a methods used in a particular area of education and training provision and in the wider area of the social sciences. 3. Describe the relationship between research and policy in practice in a professional context. 4. List and describe a range of research approaches particularly practitioner/constructivist approaches. 5. Describe a range of research designs. 6. Identify a range of research methodologies and instruments. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Theme 1. What is research?Theme 2 What are paradigms?Theme 3. Developing a research perspectiveTheme 4. The Philosophy and History of ResearchTheme 5. Qualitative and Quantitative ResearchTheme 6. Action ResearchTheme 7.Literature ReviewTheme 8 Reseach Methods,Research Tools and Instruments.Theme 9: Data Gathering & AnalysisTheme 10: Ethics in Research | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Programme or List of Programmes |
BET | BSc in Education & Training |
BETF | BSc Education & Training (FACE) - Flexi |
ET | BSc in Education & Training |
ETF | BSc Education & Training (FACE) -Daytime |
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