This course covers core research skills (qualitative and quantitative) which will be used to plan and write a research proposal in an area of interest. The course introduces students to research terminology, interview and survey techniques, research ethics, simple descriptive analysis and research presentation techniques such as aural and poster presentation, with a view to introducing students to the applied research skills required for research project implementation in the pathway course PREP1015: Independent Research Project. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on critical analysis and writing literature reviews using case studies from academic journals.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:1. Use critical thinking, literacy, digital literacy, academic and problem solving skills to plan and present a research proposal in an area of interest;
2. Describe key research terminologies and principles from qualitative and quantitative research;
3. Use team work, communication and presentation skills required for an academic researchenvironment;
4. Locate, interpret and evaluate key information from academic resources;
5. Describe and discuss ethical standards, academic integrity and "fair test" principles in academic research activities;
6. Select and develop appropriate interview templates and surveys in preparation for PREP10015: Independent Research Project and other courses offered in the pathway program Activate
Other Information
Course Contact: Dr Rebecca CrossT: 02 61250982
E: rebecca.cross@anucollege.edu.au
Indicative Assessment
Research proposal 50% (LO:1-6)Topic tests (x2) 30% (LO: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
Group presentation (20%) (LO:1, 2, 3)
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Workload
96 hours of total student learning time made up from:a) 48 hours of contact: 48 hours of workshop and workshop-like activities.
b) 48 hours of supported and independent student research, reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 3
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4986 | 19 Feb 2018 | 27 Feb 2018 | 31 Mar 2018 | 25 May 2018 | In Person | N/A |
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10074 | 23 Jul 2018 | 30 Jul 2018 | 31 Aug 2018 | 26 Oct 2018 | In Person | N/A |
