Module Code: |
H8RMLD |
Long Title
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Research Methods for Learning and Development
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Title
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Research Methods for Learning and Development
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 8 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Author: |
Laura Costelloe |
Departments: |
NCI Learning & Teaching
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of good academic research. |
LO2 |
Identify and explain different traditions, approaches and paradigms in educational research. |
LO3 |
Critically analyse a range of published research relevant to one’s own chosen field of study (i.e. ECE or AWE). |
LO4 |
Prepare a research proposal and choose an appropriate research strategy. |
LO5 |
Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical bases of educational research. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Introduction to Research Methods for Learning and Development
- Qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods for research
- Research and ethics
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Developing a Research Perspective
- Understanding the research process
- Identifying areas of academic interest and developing an appropriate research perspective
- Articulating research questions
- Preparing a research proposal
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Data Collection Sources for Educational Research
- Sources of data
- Data collection for qualitative and quantitative research
- Sampling Techniques
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Methods for Research in Learning and Development
- Qualitative research approaches (e.g.action research, interviews and focus groups, conversation analysis, discourse analysis)
- Quantitative research approaches (e.g. aims and hypotheses, reliability and validity, statistics, probability and sampling)
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
Coursework |
Assessment Type: |
Presentation |
% of total: |
25 |
Assessment Date: |
n/a |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Students prepare an oral presentation which critically analyses a published research paper in their area of academic interest, paying particular attention to research methods and any associated ethical concerns. |
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Assessment Type: |
Assignment |
% of total: |
75 |
Assessment Date: |
Sem 1 End |
Outcome addressed: |
1,3,4,5 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Students will submit a research proposal which outlines a number of research questions, situated in relevant academic literature and accompanied by a proposed research methodology. This will be supported through the submission of a mid-semester short written paper which briefly outlines their proposed research area and the question/s which will be answered. This allows for formative feedback to be provided on the feasibility and suitability of their proposed research project. |
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No End of Module Assessment |
Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat failed items
The student must repeat any item failed
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
per week |
2 |
Once per semester |
0.17 |
Independent Learning |
No Description |
8.5 |
Once per semester |
0.71 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
0.17 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Independent Learning |
No Description |
8.5 |
Once per semester |
0.71 |
Lecture |
per week |
2 |
Once per semester |
0.17 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
0.17 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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Cohen, L., Manion, L. and Morrison, K.. (2013), Research Methods in Education, 7th. Taylor & Francis, Hoboken.
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Curtis, W., Murphy, M. and Shields, S.. (2014), Research and Education, Routledge, London.
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Merriam, S.B. and Simpson, E.L.. (2000), A Guide to Research for Educators and Trainers of Adults, 2nd. Krieger, Malabar, Fla..
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Punch, K.. (2009), Introduction to Research Methods in Education, Sage, London.
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Bryman, A.. (2012), Social Research Methods, 4th. Oxford University Press, Oxford.
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Mukherji, P. and Albon, D.. (2015), Research methods in early childhood: an introductory guide, 2nd. Sage, London.
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Newby, P.. (2014), Research Methods for Education, 2nd. Routledge, London.
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Roberts-Holmes, G.. (2014), Doing Your Early Years Research Project: a step-by-step guide, 3rd. Sage, London.
| Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Pereira Heath, M.T. and Tynan, C.. (2010), Crafting a Research Proposal, The Marketing Review, 10(2), p.147.
| Other Resources |
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[Journal], The Journal of Educational Research.
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[Journal], Educational Research.
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[Journal], International Journal of Educational
Research.
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