Unit of Study: EDPK5003 - Developing a Research Project
This core unit is seen as the foundation unit in research methods and it provides an overview of the research process, with a focus on critical evaluation of research reports and the design of research projects. It covers a wide range of basic research techniques and introduces other research methods that are the focus of more in-depth study in other search methods units. Reseach design issues and various methods of data collection examined. Students explore the use of quantitative and qualitative approaches; various research strategies; observation, documents, questionnaires and assessments. The assessment in this unit is developed around students' own research interests and by the end of the unit students will have developed their own research proposal document.
Unit coordinator: Assoc Prof Murray Print (semester 1); Prof Gabrielle Meagher (semester 2)
Classes: 12 wks x 2 hrs
Assessment: weekly exercises, class presentation and research proposal
Courses this subject is available in
This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:
Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education offers candidates the opportunity for advanced self-reflective research into the education profession and professional practice in education. The specific aim of the Doctor of Education is to develop research professionals, through completion of coursework and a research thesis.
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies is a one semester program for leaders and future leaders in education in a dynamic climate or educational change and innovation. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Graduate Certificate in Learning Science and Technology
The Graduate Certificate in Learning Science and Technology is an innovative one semester program designed for people working, or considering working in, the rapidly growing field of e-learning.
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Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies
The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is for trained teachers who wish to better understand educational theory and research. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education
The Master of Education (MEd) is one of the largest postgraduate coursework programs in Australia, and is designed to develop and support the careers of trained teachers who are teaching professionals, educational administrators, researchers and policymakers. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education (Research)
This course focuses primarily on research in the area of education.
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Master of Learning Science and Technology
The Master of Learning Science & Technology (MLS&T) is an innovative program in e-learning practice and research that is founded on principles for design, management and innovation. The program is hands-on and available in two streams: a Professional stream, and a Research stream.
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Master of Philosophy in Education
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing research in the area of Education but not eligible to undertake a PhD.
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