nsg4rpd answering research problems study designs
ANSWERING RESEARCH PROBLEMS - STUDY DESIGNS
NSG4RPD
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will continue your research learning journey of focusing on nursing and/or midwifery research problems by examining the elements of the research process. This will include identifying a research problem and learning how to formulate aims and research questions. You will build on your knowledge of different research designs, data collection tools, methods of recruitment of suitable participants and how to undertake appropriate analysis of data. A short critical appraisal of recently published literature will be used to commence the process of learning how to prepare a comprehensive literature review, which will be the focus of their second subject in the course.
SchoolNursing and Midwifery
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted to course HHNUS or HHNUSB
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Designing and Managing your research project. Core knowledge for social and health researchers.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorThomas, D. R. and Hodges, I. D.
Year2010
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherLondon: Sage.
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Nursing and midwifery research: methods and Appraisal for Evidence Based Practice.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSchneider, Z, Whitehead, D, Elliot, P & Lobiondo-Wood, G.
Year2016
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherChatswood: Elsevier.
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Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research. A practical guide for evidence-based practice.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorMcKenna, L. & Copnell, B.
Year2019
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherSydney: Allen & Unwin.
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Six 3.00 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One written report (1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1 |
| One written report (1200 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2 |
| Critical appraisal (2300 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Six 3.00 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One written report (1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1 |
| One written report (1200 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2 |
| Critical appraisal (2300 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 32 - 43
Six 3.00 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 32 - 43
Twelve 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One written report (1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1 |
| One written report (1200 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2 |
| Critical appraisal (2300 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 32 - 43
Six 3.00 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 32 - 43
Twelve 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One written report (1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1 |
| One written report (1200 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2 |
| Critical appraisal (2300 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO2, SILO3 |