DST5MDF
FIELD METHODS AND RESEARCH FOR DEVELOPMENT: SOCIAL CHANGE IN PRACTICE
DST5MDF
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject will explore the practice of development in complex situations. Development practitioners are able to reflect critically on their practice, design, implement and review from a perspective of complexity and adaptability. Students will be challenged to move from traditional program management approaches that presuppose a linear and stable environment to more iterative and reflective strategies. Consideration will be given to methods and processes which enable programs that promote the values of inclusion, participation and improvement. Key areas include: identification of entry points for change; understanding and developing theories of change; working from a politically informed perspective; how to contribute to positive and effective change processes; working with and through coalitions; inclusion as a way to strengthen and broaden strategies for change and ensure good line of sight in program implementation; monitoring and evaluation with a focus on M & E.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSheila Scopis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HUSS Graduate Diploma or Masters Degree or related Double Degree or through subject coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects DST4FMD, DST5FMD
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
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Readings | Doing Development Research | Preliminary | Desai, V. and Potter, R. | SAGE 2006 |
Readings | Social Research Methods | Preliminary | Bryman, A | 4TH EDITION; OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS 2008 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Articulate a greater understanding of different research and program management approaches which contribute to development.
- Activities:
- Group discussions, seminars, oral presentation, research exercise and project.
02. Enhanced ability to describe and critically analyse the strengths and limitations of different field and research and program management methods and approaches.
- Activities:
- Group discussions, seminars, oral presentation, research exercise and project.
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2018, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSheila Scopis
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
3,000 word project evaluation | 45 | 02, 01 | |
3,000 word project design | 45 | 01, 02 | |
In-class and online quizzes | 10 | 01, 02 |