Education Research Methodology (EDUC90419)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
February
July
Overview
| Availability | February July |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
In this subject, students will develop an understanding of how to appraise, plan, implement and disseminate research in education. Students will participate in a series of lectures and seminars, focusing on: what constitutes research in education; the function of a literature review; methodologies and methods in education research; key issues in research ethics; the management and analysis of data and the fundamentals of research writing. Students will develop a research proposal with guidance from a supervisor, and present an overview of the aims and significance of their proposed project.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of current research in a particular area of education;
- Demonstrate knowledge of the processes in the conduct of research;
- Design a feasible project for independent research;
- Undertake a literature review of research already undertaken on a topic relevant to their proposed study;
- Define an appropriate methodology for investigating the topic;
- Participate in reflective and critical discussion of current issues in research in education.
Generic skills
This subject develops the following set of key transferable skills:
- Clinical reasoning and thinking
- Problem solving
- Evidence based decision making
- Creativity and innovation
- Teamwork and professional collaboration
- Learning to learn and metacognition
- Responsiveness to a changing knowledge base
- Reflection for continuous improvement
- Linking theory and practice
- Inquiry and research
- Active and participatory citizenship.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A H2A average, or equivalent in one of the following:
- 150 points of study in the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood); Master of Teaching (Secondary); or Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship; or
- a Masters degree in Education; or
- 50 points of study in the Master of Literacy Education or Master of Instructional Leadership.
Corequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC90420 | Education Research Study |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
37.5 |
| EDUC90558 | Education Research Study | Year Long (On Campus - Parkville) |
37.5 |
| EDUC90738 | Research Project | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
18.75 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Additional details
- Literature Review (2000 words) due mid-semester, 40%
- Research proposal (3,000 words) due end of semester, 60%
- Short presentation in class (overview of research proposal) (3 minute presentation) due during semester, hurdle requirement
- Minimum of 80% attendance at all scheduled lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops throughout semester, hurdle requirement
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- February
Principal coordinator Hernan Cuervo Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours (6 x 4 hours in intensive mode) Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 4 February 2017 Teaching period 11 February 2017 to 18 March 2017 Last self-enrol date 6 February 2017 Census date 24 February 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 March 2017 Assessment period ends 17 April 2017 February contact information
- July
Principal coordinator Hernan Cuervo Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours (6 x 4 hours in intensive mode) Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 8 July 2017 Teaching period 15 July 2017 to 19 August 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 July 2017 Census date 28 July 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 25 August 2017 Assessment period ends 18 September 2017 July contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Pre-teaching period:
During the pre-teaching period, students will be required to complete reading that will be provided via LMS.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
- Kervin, L., Vialle, W., Herrington, J. & Okely, T. (2006). Research for Educators. Melbourne: Thomson Social Science Press.
- MacNaughton, G. Rolfe, S. & Siraj-Blatchford, I. (Eds.) (2010). Doing early childhood research: International perspectives on theory and practice. Hoboken: Taylor and Francis [Electronic Resource].
- Related Handbook entries
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Last updated: 10 February 2024