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Education Research Methodology (EDUC90419)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online and On Campus (Parkville)

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In this subject, students will develop an understanding of how to appraise and plan research in education and participate in reflective and critical discussion of current issues in 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; management and analysis of data; and the fundamentals of research writing. Students will develop a research proposal for a substantial research project which they will undertake in the subject ‘Research Project in Education’.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of current research in a particular area of education
  • Describe and reflect critically on the processes used in the conduct of research
  • Design a feasible research 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 will assist students to develop the following transferable skills:

  • Responsiveness to a changing knowledge base.
  • Reflection for continuous improvement.
  • Linking theory and practice
  • Inquiry and research
  • Active and participatory citizenship.

Last updated: 27 November 2024