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Mixed Methods Research & Evaluation (EDUC90717)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Term 4
Subject Coordinator: ana.garciamelgar@unimelb.edu.au
Admission and enrolment: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Overview
| Availability | Term 4 - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of mixed methods research and evaluation. Topics that will be covered include: the emergence of mixed methods approaches; nature and purposes of mixed methods studies; choosing mixed methods designs; synthesis of mixed methods data; strengths and limitations of mixed methods research and evaluation projects. Practical aspects of the course will involve the design of a mixed methods study incorporating qualitative and quantitative data sources.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject it is expected that students should be able to:
- articulate the philosophical foundations and history of mixed methods research and evaluation;
- list the common purposes for using a mixed methods approach;
- identify and describe mixed methods design options;
- classify the main features and design choices of particular mixed methods studies;
- design basic mixed methods studies for specific situations; and
- characterise the benefits and challenges mixed methods studies in general and for specific studies.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
It is preferable to have completed the subject EDUC90848 Applied Research for Evaluation prior to commencment of this subject. In addition, students should have at least a working knowledge of either quantitative methods or qualitative methods to successfully engage with this subject.
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 November 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Online quiz | Week 2 | 10% |
Written task
| Week 4 | 30% |
Written task
| Week 6 | 15% |
Written task
| During the examination period | 40% |
Class or forum participation | Throughout the teaching period | 5% |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
- Term 4 - Online
Coordinator Ana Garcia-Melgar Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 24 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 10 October 2022 Pre teaching requirements During the pre-teaching period, students should complete the activities outlined in Week 0 in the online learning platform to familiarise themselves with the platform and the subject requirements. Teaching period 17 October 2022 to 11 December 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 October 2022 Census date 4 November 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 25 November 2022 Assessment period ends 18 December 2022 Term 4 contact information
Subject Coordinator: ana.garciamelgar@unimelb.edu.au
Admission and enrolment: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Creswell, J. & Plano Clark, V. (2010) Designing and conducting mixed methods research (2nd Ed). Thousand Oaks, CA.: Sage.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Education Course Master of Evaluation Course Master of Education Course Master of Evaluation Course Graduate Certificate in Evaluation - Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 November 2023