FC1S018 - Introduction to Research with Children and Young People. 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | FC1S018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Introduction to Research with Children and Young People. | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Health and Social Care | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Health and Social Care | ||
| Module Leader: | Carrie Needs | ||
| Module Team: | Helen Middleton, Rebecca James, Rosalind Roberts, Andrea Charles, Tracey Dobbs, Deborah Lewis | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100456 - childhood studies | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
The aim of this module is to:
• To develop students’ understanding of the research process and explore the theoretical underpinnings of social research
• Develop an understanding of the process and outputs of a literature review
• Recognise the key characteristics of qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Broaden and deepen students’ understanding of approaches to research appropriate to their work situation and subject of study.
To develop students’ skills in research, data analysis, critical analysis and analytical thinking.
Content Summary
• The history of educational and social research
• The nature and purpose of research; different types of research (quantitative qualitative, mixed methods, developmental, practice based)
• Ethics considerations in research with children and young people
• Students will learn about research methods for Working with children and young people to include the research design process, reviewing literature, research questions, SMART principles in research and research study design.
• Students will also learn how to evaluate and interpret a variety of data sets, critically discuss findings, draw conclusions, develop an argument and make recommendations for practice.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Seminar | 24 |
| Tutorial | 4 |
| Independent Study | 60 |
| Directed Study | 68 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 4 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 20 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 8 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Discuss the stages and processes involved in contemporary research |
| LO2 | Examine the principles of research and their application to practice. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | srtus | 60 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |