PGRM8.100 – Applied Research Methods
Module code
PGRM8.100
Module title
Applied Research Methods
Prescription
The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge and skills related to research methodologies appropriate for conducting research in a range of disciplines.
Programmes
- HB4036
- HB4037
- HB4041
- HB4082
NZQA Level
Level 8
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Content
- - philosophical, methodological and ethical issues that underpin research
- kaupapa Maaori research perspectives and frameworks
- research paradigms commonly used in research in various disciplines, including approaches, designs and methodologies for the analysis and interpretation of research data
- critical evaluation of the literature - Learning Outcomes
- LO1: Explain the relevance of a range of research paradigms and designs to their specific field of study.
LO2: Select a research framework appropriate to address a specific research question in their field and study/
LO3: Critically evaluate published research in their field of study in terms of the research methods used. - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- - On-campus workshops and discussions
- Online forum discussions
- Guest lecutres
- Self-directed learning
- Guided and collaborative investigation - Learning and Teaching Resource
- - Classrooms equipped with computer and data projector
- Handouts and readings
- Library, including online resources
- Research Analysis Software (e.g. SPSS and NVIVO)
- Collaborative learning spaces
