RESEARCH METHODS IN EDUCATION
EDU5RME
2018
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
The aim in this subject is to present an overview of key issues involved in research including critical reading and consumption of research. Students are introduced to the theory, paradigms, methodology and differing approaches to research. Students will also choose to either a) develop a proposed study design (for those planning to undertake a minor thesis), or b) conduct a small action research project.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 30
Subject Co-ordinator: Margaret Robertson
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be admitted into EMALC or RMEC or EDMEC or EDMELC or RMOEE or RMSE or EMTSC or subject coordinator approval
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: Not available to students in the 1st semester of study except with the written approval of the course coordinator
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Research Methods in Education (7th Ed) | Recommended | Cohen, L., Manion, L. and Morrison, K. (2011) | TAYLOR FRANCIS ROUTLEDGE: LONDON/NEW YORK |
| Readings | Doing Research in the Real World | Recommended | Gray, D.E. (2013) | SAGE: LONDON |
| Readings | Research and Evaluation in Education and Psychology (4th Ed) | Recommended | Mertens, D.M. (2014) | SAGE: LOS ANGELES |
| Readings | Introduction to Research Methods in Education | Recommended | Punch, K.F. (2009) | SAGE: LOS ANGELES |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate an understanding of research as well as consideration of issues involved in the conceptualisation and design of research projects.
- Activities:
- Workshops and Reading materials
02. Demonstrate broad knowledge of strategies that can be used to evaluate teaching programs to improve student learning.
- Activities:
- Workshops and Reading materials
03. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research into how students learn and the implications for teaching.
- Activities:
- Workshops and Reading materials
Bendigo, 2018, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Craig Deed
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
Three 8.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on saturday during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Saturday August 11th, Saturday September 1st, Saturday September 15th"
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
Three 3.5 hours lecture/seminar per study period on sunday during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Sunday August 12th, Sunday September 2nd, Sunday September 16th"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Task 1: Online tasks, two sections, three due dates (2000 word equivalent in total) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 2: Literature Review (3000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 3: Research Proposal (2000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Week 10-25, Night
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Margaret Robertson
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 11 - 23
Seven 3.0 hours lecture/workshop every two weeks on weekdays at night from week 11 to week 23 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Task 1: Online tasks, two sections, three due dates (2000 word equivalent in total) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 2: Literature Review (3000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 3: Research Proposal (2000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Week 37-52, Night
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Margaret Robertson
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 37 - 48
Seven 3.0 hours lecture/workshop every two weeks on weekdays at night from week 37 to week 48 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Task 1: Online tasks, two sections, three due dates (2000 word equivalent in total) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 2: Literature Review (3000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Assessment Task 3: Research Proposal (2000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |