swp3rea social work research a
SOCIAL WORK RESEARCH A
SWP3REA
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will undertake an exploration of social work research methods for practice. The overall research process, from developing questions to sampling and data analysis, will be examined. Research design and methodological critique are central, including both quantitative and qualitative methods, as well as understanding the philosophical and sociological basis informing these methods. Class discussions, enquiry-based and value-based, and interactive forms of student-centred learning are undertaken in lectures and tutorials; active participation and preparation are required. Students will then be able to develop a literature review and demonstrate a sound understanding of methods, as applied to social work practice contexts.
SchoolAllied Heath, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorChristopher Horsell
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKP, HZSKM (BHS&MSW), OR HBCSW, HBCSB, HBCS, HBCSD, HBCSM, HBCSS (Bachelor of Community Services) OR HBCSVB HBCSVD HBCSVS HBCSVM HBCSVW & HBCSV (Bachelor of Community Services) All others require coordinators approval
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
Research for Social Workers
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorAlston, M & Bowles, W
Year2018
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherALLEN & UNWIN
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorHeather Downey
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour computer laboratory per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRachael Sanders
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour computer laboratory per study period on weekends during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLisa Brophy
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour computer laboratory per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Dandenong (Chisholm Institute), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSarah MacLean
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour computer laboratory per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Mildura, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristopher Horsell
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour computer laboratory per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Shepparton, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCorina Modderman
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In weeks 37 and 43 students will sit an in-class quiz during the first hour of their workshop time.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 30 minute in-class quizzes - each worth 15% (1,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| One 15-minute group presentation (300 words equivalent per student) Students work in groups of 5 = 3 minutes/member (300 words equivalent per member) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| One literature review (2,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |