Module Provider: |
Institute of Education |
Number of credits: |
30 [15 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
H (Honours) |
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Pre-requisites: |
ED3SC2
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Co-requisites: |
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Module version for: |
2006/7 |
Aims:
To gain insight and knowledge into an aspect of Primary Education (for non-QTS the area for research will be related to their placement)
To develop research skills including analysis of primary evidence
To strengthen effective writing skills
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Assessable learning outcomes:
Demonstrate in depth knowledge of an aspect of Primary Education (for non-QTS this will be related to their work placement)
Effective analysis of evidence to support judgements
Evidence of wider reading, including making effective links
Effective organisation and communication of written reports
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Additional outcomes:
Suitable methodology in carrying out work placed research
Understanding of ethical issues
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Outline content:
Students follow a brief course on research methods followed by individual work in conjunction with a tutor developing their own research and reporting skills.
Nature of educational research
Research design, qualitative, quantitative and case study approaches
Reporting a research enquiry
Students will develop analytical skills informed through critical reading, discussion and their previous experience of work placements. They will also develop written communication skills through the structuring and presentation of the dissertation.
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Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
There will be a taught course using lectures, discussions and workshops. Students own research will be developed through individual tutorials, including independent reading and research. |
Contact hours:
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Summer (term 9) |
Spring (term 11) |
Summer (term 12) |
| Lectures |
9 |
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| Tutorials/seminars |
6 |
7 |
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| Practicals |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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15 days |
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| Total hours |
15 |
7 + 15 days |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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1 |
| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
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Assessment:
Coursework: A dissertation on a topic chosen in consultation with a tutor.
Relative percentage of coursework: 100%
Examinations: None
Requirements for a pass: 40%
Reassessment arrangements: A similar assignment set by a date decided by the Examinations Board.
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