Research Methods in Surgical Education (MEDS90011) // Assessment

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• 1,000 word essay, due mid semester, (20%). The aim of this assessment is to provide students to reflect on a research method for educational research. Students will be expected to draw on ‘methodology’ research to identify best practice.
• 4,500 word research proposal, due end semester, (80%). The aim of this assessment is to provide students with an opportunity to prepare a research proposal on a surgical educational project which will enable judgement of their ability to identify and articulate a research question relevant to surgical education, present a critique of current literature, locate their work in a theoretical framework, select appropriate methods for study, present a Gantt chart or similar representation of a research schedule.

Hurdle Requirement: Experiential exercise (participate in simulated exercises in research methods), due on study day. The aim of this assessment is to ensure students ‘experience’ a research method - (e.g. individual interview, focus group) highlighting strengths and weaknesses of the approach.