TEACHERS AS RESEARCHER PROJECT
EDU4TRP
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to the notion of teacher as researcher and investigate methods for conducting teacher research and issues associated with undertaking research in teaching and learning. Students develop a research question that addresses a current educational issue drawing on high-quality sources to justify research focus; design an appropriate methodology or framework addressing the topic or question; critically appraise the sourced information; and using discipline conventions, formulate a conclusion based on an evaluation of the outcome of the inquiry. Students produce a clear, concise and coherently written research report that conforms to academic conventions. Students conceptualise how research by teachers in their own classrooms can improve understanding of teaching and learning through a teacher's work in both formal and informal contexts.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Claire Philp-Clark
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Admitted into EBECE or EBEL or EVEDB or RBEDM
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Action research in education (4th ed.) | Recommended | Stringer, E. (2014) | SAGE |
| Readings | Action research: A guide for the teacher researcher, 6th ed | Recommended | Mills, G. (2017) | NEW YORK: PRENTICE HALL |
| Readings | Doing your early years research project: A step-by-step guide (4th Ed). | Recommended | Roberts-Holmes, G. (2018). | SAGE |
| Readings | Research for educators (2nd ed.). | Recommended | Kervin, L., Vialle, W., Howard, S. J., Herrington, J., & Oakley, T. (2016) | Cengage Learning: South Melbourne |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop, contextualise, and implement a research project that relates to a teaching and learning issue, using appropriate research methodologies.
- Activities:
- Online Activities and in class activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Collect, analyse, and interpret data relevant to a given research problem.
- Activities:
- Online Activities and in class activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Demonstrate an awareness of the broader ethical issues assosciated with research in education.
- Activities:
- Assessment and Online Activities and in class activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Write and disseminate research findings using a research report format that synthesises original findings, strategies and solutions with existing research and literature in accordance with academic conventions.
- Activities:
- Assessment and Online Activities and in class activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Claire Philp-Clark
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 4.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Series of online learning materials delivered via LMS."
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 31 - 31
One 8.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
Seven 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.5 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Plan (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 03 | |
| Literature Review (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Literature Review Method, Findings, Discussion and Conclusion (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kymberley Barbary
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Plan (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 03 | |
| Literature Review (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Literature Review Method, Findings, Discussion and Conclusion (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2019, Online Study 2/4, Online
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Claire Philp-Clark
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 22 - 31
One 4.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 22 to week 31 and delivered via online.
"Workshops occur prior to professional placement. This will be tailored for specific instances."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Plan (1000 words) | 20 | 01, 03 | |
| Literature Review (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Literature Review Method, Findings, Discussion and Conclusion (2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |