CYP5073 - Research Methods and Evidence Based Practice

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Evaluate the potential usefulness of various research methodologies for exploring specific research questions, and research designs
Critically reflect on ethical issues relating to research
Create and justify a research proposal, including research design, aims and ethical considerations

Content:

You will explore a series of research methods, including their key features, their usefulness and application in relation to different contexts. Research methodologies will be critically examined, with an emphasis upon ethical research. This module will support you to:
• Evaluate the potential usefulness of various research methodologies for exploring specific research questions, research problems and research designs
• Reflect on ethical issues relating to children, families, communities and professional settings
• Analyse the process of designing, conducting and writing up research
• Appraise the relationship between research, policy and practice
The impact and limitations of research will be appraised, including the impact on individual professional development

Learning and Teaching Information:

The teaching and learning methods for this module are underpinned by programme strategy that aligns with Leeds Trinity University Learning, Teaching and Academic Experience Strategy (LTAE 2022-2026) in that it aims to transform the way we work co-creatively with you, the student, how we connect you and our learning and teaching with the outside world and societal issues. Through this approach we support you on a personalised, values-based and career-led journey through your studies. You will be taught in a variety of methods including problem-based learning using case studies, reflective practice workshops, flipped classrooms; traditional lectures; including participatory workshops which utilise co-creative exercises that will also influence learning and teaching methods. Additional online material will be supplemented using a variety of media and resources, ranging from videos and selected textbooks and articles. The teaching will be face to face and online tutorials may be used to support student progression. Guest speakers will be used to develop an understanding of current educational practice. The practice of relational pedagogy and person-centred planning will be showcased by staff in their delivery style. Further detail on the specific teaching and learning including how these have been developed in response to student feedback, can be found in the module handbook.

Formal scheduled learning and teaching activities. Lectures, workshops, seminars, individual tutorials, groupwork/tutorials
Hours: 50
Intended Group Size: Cohort

Guided independent study
Hours: 250

Assessment:

001 Research presentation; 1,000 word equivalent; end of semester 1 50%
002 Research proposal; 3,000 word equivalent; end of semester 2 50%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Edward Noon
Level - 5
Credit Value - 30
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 5YL

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