CARE06019 2016 Research Based Study Skills 2

Explore the process and ethical dimensions of research (Domain 5.5. 5.17)

Assess the reliability and effectiveness of various sources of knowledge through a systematic literature review (Domain 5.5, 5.17)

Identify the importance of key interpersonal strategies for research practice (Domain 5.5, 5.6, 5.17)

Understand qualitative and quantitative approaches to research (Domain 5.5, 5.6, 5.17)

Identify and demonstrate the key skills of individual and small group oral presentations

Participate as an effective team member within their learning community (Domain 2.13)

One hour lecture

1x2 hour tutorial workshop

Moodle page

This modules assessment allows for assessment of CORU Standards of Proficiency as follows:

Video recorded interview and Topic Guide: (Domain 2.13, 5.5, 5.6, 5.17)

Short Report on Interview/Research Process: (Domain 5.5, 5.6, 5.17)

Systematic Review: (Domain 5.5, 5.6, 5.17)

Students must pass all of the elements of the assessment in order to pass the module.

The module learning outcomes requires learners to consider the implications of the module in relation to learner’s new knowledge and skill base, including how learners can apply this to research

Formative Assessment:

Mind and Concept Maps based on the assessment criterea.

Due on week 8.

Students will receive feedback on week 10.

Summative Assessments:

Video Recorded Interview and Topic Guide = 30%

Due week 8

LO 1, 3, 5, 6

A Short Report based on the interview = 30%

Due week 13

LO 4

A Systematic Review = 40%

Due week 13

LO 2

Repeat project

Teamwork: Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore the varying theoretical frameworks: Adair's Action-Centred Leadership Model, Tuckman's Stages of Team Development and Belbins Team Roles. Students will demonstrate an awareness of rules of respect, confidentially, dignity and individual opinion within effective team functioning. Students will also develop the skills necessary to recognise the contextual nature of all communication within teams.

 Presentation skills: Students will prepare oral presentations which demonstrate effective public speaking skills based on voice quality, eye contact, posture and confidence.; prepare oral presentations which are accurately structured and use visual aids effectively; recognising the importance of critical listening and constructive feedback. Oral presentation media such as using PowerPoint; Video presentations; addressing small and large audiences, addressing academic and non-academic audiences, time-keeping and presentations will also be explored.

 Explore the process and ethical dimensions of research. Students will explore key aspects of research practice including approaches to research knowledge. Issues such as accessing data, note-making, identifying what is relevant, coping with difficult texts, and gaining writing fluency will be addresses. The importance of ethics and ethical practice will be discussed. Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore ethical dilemmas in carrying out research with specific groups such as children, disabled people, and vulnerable participants.

 Assess the reliability and effectiveness of various sources of knowledge. Students will locate and review current sources of information and evidence-based practice on topics relevant to ECCE/ SCP professionals, inclusive of scholarly journals and academic texts. In addition to accessing and reviewing sources of information, students will critique and analyse information for reliability and validity to support the provision of evidence-based practice/ best practice to service users in the SCP and ECCE fields.

 How to write a systematic review. Students will be introduced to how to write a systematic review.

 Introduced to quantitative research. This will include the historical context, quantitative defined and justified. Along with this, students will be introduced to questionnaire design.

 Introduced to qualitative research. This will include the historical context, qualitative defined and justified. Along with this, students will be introduced to interviews and focus groups.

assess the impact of cultural factors and perceptions in communication and their potential for misunderstanding.behaviours for research practice. Students will explore key communicative behaviours that impact the effectiveness of research practice. Whilst engaged in interpersonal communication during research several communicative practices could affect the ethical outcome of the research. Therefore students will evaluate which modes of listening are appropriate for particular contexts; discuss the relevance of social intelligence; and Establish the importance of key interpersonal