edu5trp teacher research project
GRADUATE TEACHER RESEARCH PROJECT
EDU5TRP
2015
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
Building on the approved research proposal developed in EDU5TAR, students undertake a research project. This will demonstrate an understanding of literature and research from a chosen field, research design and implementation, the analysis and interpretation of data and the significance of the interpretation of the case study to professional practice. Students should show awareness of the limitations of their study and include recommendations for future teaching practice.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorRebecca Miles
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisites EDU5BEG
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Practical research: planning and design | Recommended | Leedy P & Ormrod J (2012) | 10TH ED, SYDENY: PEARSON |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Implement a planned research project, investigating a specific aspect of your professional teaching practice
- Activities:
- This ILO will be addressed through the research report assessment task with learning support provided through data collection and analysis modules
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
02. Recommend how research can inform your teaching practice
- Activities:
- This ILO will be addressed through the research report assessment task with learning support provided by the subject coordinator
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Demonstrate understanding of essential elements and processes of quality educational research
- Activities:
- This ILO will be addressed through the research report assessment task with learning support provided through data collection and analysis modules
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
04. Where appropriate demonstrate and apply ethical practices in data collection and analysis
- Activities:
- This ILO will be addressed through the research report assessment task with learning support provided through data collection and analysis modules
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
05. Review educational research literature in relation to professional teaching practice
- Activities:
- This ILO will be addressed through the research report assessment task with learning support provided by the subject coordinator
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2015, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRebecca Miles
Class requirements
Supervisor Consultation
One 1.0 hours supervisor consultation per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
Scheduled Online Class
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research report of professional practice (25000 word) | Word length is inclusive of bibliography, contents page, titles, appendices. | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Research proposal (10,000 - 12,000 words) | The research proposal provides a framework for the final research report and all feedback must be taken on board and written communication provided by subject coordinator in order to proceed with data collection. | 30 | 03, 04, 05 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2015, Summer 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRebecca Miles
Class requirements
Supervisor Consultation
One 1.0 hours supervisor consultation per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
Scheduled Online Class
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research report of professional practice (25000 word) | Word length is inclusive of bibliography, contents page, titles, appendices. | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Research proposal (10,000 - 12,000 words) | The research proposal provides a framework for the final research report and all feedback must be taken on board and written communication provided by subject coordinator in order to proceed with data collection. | 30 | 03, 04, 05 |