Module Descriptors
METHODS IN RESEARCH
SPOR70925
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 7
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Sarah Rose
Email: S.E.Rose@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 270
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- Coursework - Critical Report (4000 words) weighted at 70%
- Coursework - Poster presentation (10 minutes) weighted at 30%
Module Details
Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate professional level research skills.
Analysis
Enquiry
Problem Solving
Application
2. Display advanced skills in data handling and analysis.
Learning
Analysis
Problem Solving
Application
3. Effectively communicate the salient features of research knowledge.
Communication
Reflection
Analysis
Enquiry
Problem Solving
Application
2. Display advanced skills in data handling and analysis.
Learning
Analysis
Problem Solving
Application
3. Effectively communicate the salient features of research knowledge.
Communication
Reflection
Assessment Details
1. Critical report 70% 4000 words
2. Poster presentation to communicate project rationale and research methodology to peers. 30% 10 minutes
Assessment 1 is linked to LO1 and 2
Assessment 2 is linked to LO 3
2. Poster presentation to communicate project rationale and research methodology to peers. 30% 10 minutes
Assessment 1 is linked to LO1 and 2
Assessment 2 is linked to LO 3
Indicative Content
This module is designed to allow you to critically engage with the literature in order to evaluate different methodological approaches.
This module will provide the theoretical basis of the principles of research methods in conjunction with data handling skills within which to apply the fundamental concepts.
A main core of the module will be the acquisition of methods and techniques designed to allow the development of methodologies to collect different types. Additionally, the module will also be dedicated to developing the essential management and leadership tools needed to implement and drive a successful research project.
A range of topics will be covered that will include quantitative, qualitative and desk-based approaches.
Exercises and tuition will help the explorations of the data handling and management and appropriate analysis.
This module will provide the theoretical basis of the principles of research methods in conjunction with data handling skills within which to apply the fundamental concepts.
A main core of the module will be the acquisition of methods and techniques designed to allow the development of methodologies to collect different types. Additionally, the module will also be dedicated to developing the essential management and leadership tools needed to implement and drive a successful research project.
A range of topics will be covered that will include quantitative, qualitative and desk-based approaches.
Exercises and tuition will help the explorations of the data handling and management and appropriate analysis.
Learning Strategies
The learning strategies will require students to commit to 300 learning hours.
Teaching sessions (26 hours)
Students will be required to attend weekly, formal teaching sessions that will equip the student with tools and knowledge essential for successful execution and completion of a research project.
Independent Study (270 hours)
Independent study will enable the student to tackle the workshop material, work towards a project plan, review and reflect upon the specific area of study and to undertake research to support the portfolio assessment.
Teaching sessions (26 hours)
Students will be required to attend weekly, formal teaching sessions that will equip the student with tools and knowledge essential for successful execution and completion of a research project.
Independent Study (270 hours)
Independent study will enable the student to tackle the workshop material, work towards a project plan, review and reflect upon the specific area of study and to undertake research to support the portfolio assessment.
Texts
Dytham, C (2011), Choosing and Using Statistic: A Biologist’s Guide (3rd Ed), Wiley-Blackwell, UK
Hatcher, l. (2013) Advanced Statistics in Research: Reading, Understanding, and Writing Up Data Analysis Results. Shadow Finch Media LLC.
James, G., Witten, D., Hastie, T & Tibshirani, R. (2017) An Introduction to Statistical Learning: with Applications in R. Springer, NY.
Pallant, J (2016), SPSS Survival manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using IMB SPSS (5th Ed), McGraw-Hill Education, UK
Sparkes, A. C., & Smith, B. (2014). Qualitative research methods in Sport, Exercise and Health: From process to product. Oxon: Routledge.
Silverman, D (2015) Interpreting Qualitative Data 5th Edition. Sage Publications Ltd. NY
Willig, C. (2013). Introducing qualitative research in psychology. Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press:
Wu, CFJ and Hamada, M. (2009) Experiments: Planning, Analysis, and Optimization. Wiley-Interscience, NY
Hatcher, l. (2013) Advanced Statistics in Research: Reading, Understanding, and Writing Up Data Analysis Results. Shadow Finch Media LLC.
James, G., Witten, D., Hastie, T & Tibshirani, R. (2017) An Introduction to Statistical Learning: with Applications in R. Springer, NY.
Pallant, J (2016), SPSS Survival manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using IMB SPSS (5th Ed), McGraw-Hill Education, UK
Sparkes, A. C., & Smith, B. (2014). Qualitative research methods in Sport, Exercise and Health: From process to product. Oxon: Routledge.
Silverman, D (2015) Interpreting Qualitative Data 5th Edition. Sage Publications Ltd. NY
Willig, C. (2013). Introducing qualitative research in psychology. Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press:
Wu, CFJ and Hamada, M. (2009) Experiments: Planning, Analysis, and Optimization. Wiley-Interscience, NY
Resources
Blackboard Site
Appropriate Research Space - access to laboratory space and facilities in the department the student is working in.
Appropriate Research Space - access to laboratory space and facilities in the department the student is working in.