Course Title: Undertake research activities
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: GEDU5978C
Course Title: Undertake research activities
School: 365T Global, Urban & Social Studies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5330 - Diploma of Community Services Work
Course Contact : Zaina Nehme
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4552
Course Contact Email:zainaindira.nehme@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Julian Silverman: +61 3 9925 4578
julian.silverman@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Not applicable.
Course Description
This course describes the knowledge and skills required to implement research relevant to operations of the organisation and/or the community. This course may apply in a range of community service contexts.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCPOL403C Undertake research activities |
Element: |
1. Prepare a research plan |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Ensure views and interests of stakeholders are reflected in the research methodology and it and is compatible with ethical considerations |
Element: |
2. Implement appropriate research strategies |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select and use research strategies appropriate to subject matter being researched, the outcomes sought and the resources available |
Element: |
3. Organise and analyse information |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Organise information in a form that allows analysis and suits the research purposes |
Element: |
4. Report the findings of the research |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Report complete and accurate details of the research methodology, information and analysis in an accessible and useable style and format |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This courses learning activities will be supported and complemented by RMIT’s learning management tool "Blackboard". Other essential learning activities will take place during the workshops, and you will also be required to undertake independent studies. Some of the learning activities that you will undertake are: participating in class discussions, presentations from teaching staff, undertaking online research and participating in individual and group work activities focusing on researching information. These research training activities will involve identifying and analysing published information as well as developing skills in undertaking community consultation in relation to community development issues and strategies.
Teaching Schedule
Class | Topic | Content |
1 | Planning a research project |
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2 | Planning and implementing a research project |
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3 | Implementing effective research utilising academic and published resources and planning and completing a research report |
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4 | Implementing effective research strategies: Library sessions 1 |
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5 | Implementing effective research strategies: Library sessions 2 |
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6 | Presenting your research to your peers and assessors - Part 1 |
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7 | Presenting your research to your peers and assessors - Part 2 |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
No prescribed textbook required |
References
Other Resources
You will be provided with the resources and tools for learning in this course. These resources will also be available through Blackboard. You will also have access to the resources in the library.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is based on completing a research report and on completing pre and post reflective surveys on sessions presented by classmates on topics of their research for this course.
Assessment Tasks
For this course you will be required to complete:
Assessment Task 1 - Research Report: Develop a research project report in which you effectively organise and analyse community input along with academic and other information on an issue relevant to the community services sector.
Assessment Task 2 - Completion of Pre and Post information session surveys: in which you reflect on your level of awareness of a community issue presented upon by a classmate. You will complete one Pre and one Post information session reflective survey for each information session on each student during weeks 6 and 7 of this course.
Assessment Matrix
This course in delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, grades include:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for assessment
Other Information
Assessment Tasks Submission Cover Sheet
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Attendance
It is strongly advised that you attend all workshops in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Feedback
You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your competency. Information regarding student feedback can be found at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=9pp3ic9obks7
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. The student progress policy can be found at:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=vj2g89cve4uj1
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Information regarding application for special consideration can be found at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. For more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity Web site: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n
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