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Research Methods in Surgical Education (MEDS90011)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Hawthorn)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
February
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: http://www.commercial.unimelb.edu.au/msurgicaleducation/
- Email: TL-Surged@unimelb.edu.au
Future students:
- General information: http://www.commercial.unimelb.edu.au/msurgicaleducation/
- Email: TL-Surged@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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Participants will be introduced to a range of research methods used in medical and surgical education. Key studies will be selected to highlight the strengths of different approaches. Both quantitative and qualitative research methods will be considered and ways in which these approaches complement each other.
The overall aims of this subject are:
- To gain understanding of the breadth of methodologies for educational research
- To appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of different educational research methodologies
- To critically appraise current educational research
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the subject participants should be able to:
- Distinguish program evaluation from educational research
- Identify contemporary approaches to educational research
- Describe qualitative research methods used in surgical education
- Describe quantitative research methods used in surgical research
- Discuss challenges associated with conducting educational research
- Describe the importance of research in medical and surgical education
- Outline human research ethics requirements for educational research
- Define research questions based on your practice
- Outline appropriate research methodologies for the research
- Identify strengths and weaknesses of current educational research
Generic skills
- Understanding of the depth of supporting research available to assist in optimising graduate teaching and learning
- Study skills related to a range of educational methods
- Academic reading skills
- Academic writing
- Applying theory to practice
- Reference manager skills
- Work effectively within a small group
- Learn independently
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted in GC-SURGED, GD-SURGED or MC-SURGED. This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MEDS90006 | Context of Surgical Education | February (On Campus - Hawthorn) |
12.5 |
MEDS90007 | Learning & Teaching in Surgical Practice | February (On Campus - Hawthorn) |
12.5 |
MEDS90008 | Educational Theory for Surgical Training | August (On Campus - Hawthorn) |
12.5 |
MEDS90009 | Curriculum Design in Surgical Education | August (On Campus - Hawthorn) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
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: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- 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.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- February
Principal coordinator Debra Nestel Mode of delivery On Campus (Hawthorn) Contact hours 8 hours (Intensive Delivery) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 5 February 2018 to 4 May 2018 Last self-enrol date 22 February 2018 Census date 2 March 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 April 2018 Assessment period ends 25 May 2018 February contact information
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: http://www.commercial.unimelb.edu.au/msurgicaleducation/
- Email: TL-Surged@unimelb.edu.au
Future students:
- General information: http://www.commercial.unimelb.edu.au/msurgicaleducation/
- Email: TL-Surged@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
170 hours per 12.5 credit point subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Reading materials online
- Subject notes
IT requirements:
Participants will require access to the internet with a minimum connection speed of 256Kbps to access course materials and to participate in on-line discussions and presentations forums. Faster connection speeds are preferred. Participants will also need to verify that their internet connection is configured to allow them to view streamed audio and video files. Test files will be made available for students to test their connections.
Participants are expected to have a headset and microphone connected to their computer for participation in on-line activities.
Participants will be expected to have access to the following Microsoft Office products to fully participate:
- MS Word
- MS Powerpoint
All online applications will be web-based and no special software is required.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Diploma in Surgical Education Course Master of Surgical Education - Links to additional information
Last updated: 3 November 2022