BML246
Research Skills
Session 1: Introduction Tutors: Dr Andy Clegg and Dr Jorge Gutic
Learning Outcomes Aims: To identify what are research skills To address the module learning outcomes To outline the overall content of the module and ‘our
expectations for engagement’ To review the assessment components of the module
Learning Outcomes
Activity 1:1 Activity a) for Research • Data WhatAnalysis is research? • •What core elements of research? On are the sheet provided identify associations that you make with ‘data’, • What are research skills? ‘analysis’ and ‘research’
Learning Outcomes Learning Outcomes Identify the purpose, main types and qualities of viable
research and embody these within the production of a small-scale research project Critically analyse and evaluate different philosophical
research positions, and how different epistemological perspectives may imply different methodological approaches Formulate, justify, plan, structure and manage a research
proposal based on a preliminary investigation of a suitable topic
Learning Outcomes Learning Outcomes ď‚— Relate and critically apply the appropriate use of
quantitative and quantitative methodologies to their own research strategies recognising the advantages and limitations associated with particular methodological approaches ď‚— Acquire, analyse, interpret and present data appropriately
using Bristol Online Surveys, SPSS, Excel and other appropriate tools ď‚— Work collaboratively on the design, execution, analysis and
presentation of a small-scale research project
Module Content Week 1: Introduction - What is Research? (AC) Week 2: Developing a Research Strategy (JG) Week 3: Research Design and Data Collection (AC) Week 4: Survey Design and Introduction to BOS (AC) Week 5: READING WEEK
Module Content Week 6: Using and Referencing Information Sources
Effectively Week 7: Qualitative Techniques 1:
Interviews (JG) Week 8: Qualitative Techniques 2:
Focus Groups and Observations (JG) Week 9: Exploratory Data Analysis 1 (AC) Week 10: Exploratory Data Analysis 2 (AC)
Module Content Week 11: EASTER - GOOD FRIDAY Week 12: Exploratory Data Analysis 3 (AC)
Learning Outcomes
Module Content
ď‚— Three principal areas: Research Design & Data Collection
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Data Presentation
Moodle
Module Resources
Bristol Online Survey
SPSS
Assessment Module Assessment: Summative Small-scale research project Design and create a survey around an appropriate
research question Collect results and analyse the results Present the results via a poster presentation that is
marked ‘live’ with your module tutors Dates: 3rd and 4th May 2018
Assessment Module Assessment: Summative Posters must be submitted by 1pm on Wednesday
2nd May – for ALL groups Posters should be emailed to reprographics by 1pm
on Monday 30th April at the latest! Indicative poster Indicative presentation
Assessment Module Assessment: Summative Posters must be submitted by 1pm on Wednesday
2nd May – for ALL groups Posters should be emailed to reprographics by 1pm
on Monday 30th April at the latest! Indicative poster Indicative presentation
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Assessment Criteria • Evidence of clear research aims and objectives informed by background research and supporting guidance brief • Clear and logical structure of the poster demonstrating progression against the identified research objectives and links to underpinning research philosophies • Inclusion and justification for the appropriate use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies in the research process • Clear extrapolation of answers and analysis based on the use of the appropriate use of either qualitative or quantitative approaches (e.g. SPSS)
• Ability to present results both visually and verbally accurately, succinctly and to a high standard using appropriate formats and referencing conventions • Quality of the demonstrated critical reflection of chosen research methodology and results as part of the ‘live marking’ and dialog with the module tutor(s) as outlined in the supporting guidance brief • Evidence of effective team working and engagement judged against specific peer assessment
Team Work Peer Assessment Peer assessment will be applied mid-point and at the
end of the module Completion of team work log book is expected
throughout the module Team Formation
Support Contacting us: Email: a.clegg@chi.ac.uk Email: j.gutic@chi.ac.uk
Andy is main point of contact for the
assessment!
Ground Rules Ground Rules Attendance and punctuality Complete tasks set and use resources provided (monitored
via Moodle) Yellow Cards No chatting over me during the sessions No mobile phones No Facebook Ask for help!