Independent Study Module - EDU00013M
- Department: Education
- Credit value: 60 credits
- Credit level: M
- Academic year of delivery: 2023-24
- Notes: This is an independent study module
Module will run
NoneModule aims
To provide students with the knowledge and skills in educational research methods in order for them to complete an independent study
Module learning outcomes
Subject content
- Nature of educational research
- Research design
- Qualitative and quantitative research methods
Academic and graduate skills
- Understanding and evaluating methods used in existing educational research
- Construction of appropriate research design for any given research question
- Selection of suitable methods of data collection and analysis
- Ability to accurately and critically report research outcomes
Other learning outcomes (if applicable)
- Practical experience of conducting small-scale educational research
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
Written feedback on assignment report sheet (within 6 weeks)
Indicative reading
Newby, P. (2009). Research methods for education. London: Longman.
Otherwise, as suggested on feeder modules and/or supervisors.