Understanding and Planning Educational Research
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EDUC4308 | Education | 4 | 30 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- EDUC4308
- School
- Education
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This compulsory module will develop or build upon students’ existing critical engagement with educational research, focusing on the complexities of the research process in order that students are able to respond to the kinds of research evidence used in educational discourse, as well as to conceive of their own questions and interests in research-oriented terms. The module will introduce different approaches to conducting and evaluating research in a range of educational contexts, drawing on methodological literature as well as examples of educational research, and developing the foundations from which students can begin to plan their own research project. Through the assignment, students will gain the skills to read and write from a methodological perspective, developing an evaluative approach to their encounters with educational research.
Target Students
Available to MA Education students and MA Special and Inclusive Education students.
Classes
This module is taught through a series of lectures and seminars.
Assessment
- 70% Coursework: 4,000 words or equivalent
- 30% Presentation: Group presentation 10-15 minutes
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
• Develop‘research literacy’ by highlighting and evaluating the different purposes, perspectives and audiences for educational research• Exploredifferent methods for each stage of the research process, from first questions to ethical issues, data analysis and project presentation• Enablestudents to structure their own educational inquiry based on current practice or area of interestLearning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the module, students will have knowledge and understanding of:
• how educational research is written about and used in educational settings
• the methodological decisions informing educational research in a variety of contexts
• how to plan their own research project
Intellectual Skills
On successful completion of the module, students will have intellectual skills in:
• examining critically literature and research data
• applying relevant methodological approaches to their own area of practice or interest
• evaluating their practice as educational researchers
Professional Practical Skills
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
• recognise themselves as educational researchers, and participate in relevant educational research practice
Transferable Skills
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
• develop their abilities in critical analysis, independent study skills, report writing and presentation
• engage in independent reflection and enquiry.