Course Title: Research and apply evidence to practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: GEDU6100C
Course Title: Research and apply evidence to practice
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5417 - Diploma of Nursing
Course Contact: Suzie Cicero
Course Contact Phone: 03 9925-1812
Course Contact Email: suzie.cicero@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Kate Lamble
Bundoora Campus
Nominal Hours: 65
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to establish the information need, gather information and critically analyse the information for relevance to own work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice |
Element: |
1. Plan information gathering activities |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify situations where research may be required to support and improve own work practice 1.2 Evaluate current trends in own area of practice 1.3 Establish and define research objectives 1.4 Identify and access credible sources of data and evidence |
Element: |
2. Gather information |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate and select methods of gathering information 2.2 Gather information using a systematic approach 2.3 Establish relevance of information according to objectives and work requirements 2.4 Facilitate analysis by organising information in a way that supports its analysis and future use |
Element: |
3. Analyse information |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prioritise information based on the information need 3.2 Compare and contrast different sources of information 3.3 Assess the strength, relevance, reliability and currency of the information in the context of own work 3.4 Assess the feasibility, benefits and risks associated with the information 3.5 Make and document conclusions based on findings |
Element: |
4. Use information in practice |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Assess ways in which different aspects of information may be used 4.2 Use information and learning from research to identify potential areas for change in current practice 4.3 Identify issues that require further research and evaluation 4.4 Develop actions to address outcomes of research |
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 unit is designed to be delivered in a Blended Learning mode. Blended Learning involves learning through various modes, for example, online learning and learning in a classroom and clinical labs.
The Blended Learning approach for this unit includes:
Online learning - provide you with formative feedback and facilitate your learning as you progress through your course
Classroom teaching - introducing you to key concepts within the course
Teaching Schedule
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Delivery Schedule |
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Topic, Activity, Assessment |
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Week 1 |
Introduction to research |
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Week 2 |
Gathering information, including referencing and Library information |
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Week 3 |
Analysing Information |
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Week 4 |
Appraising the evidence |
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Week 5 |
Literature review and Essay writing |
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Week 6 |
Presentations for AT1 |
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Week 7 |
AT2 |
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Week 8 |
AT3 |
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Theory and Practical Classroom Requirements | ||
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On occasions timetable and assessment dates may need to change. If this occurs, you will be notified. | ||
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Please check your student emails and Canvas announcements daily. | ||
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Full laboratory uniform is required for laboratory sessions. Students not appropriately attired will be asked to leave. | ||
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100% attendance at clinical laboratory classes is mandatory |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
During the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121), you will complete 400 hours of compulsory unpaid clinical placements, across four phases (semesters). Aged Care 120 hours, Mental Health and Primary Health 80 hours each and Acute Care 120 hours
Assessment Tasks
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Task |
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Ungraded |
Due Date |
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Knowledge |
Product Based |
Practical |
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| Assessment task 1 |
Research task with presentation |
S/NYS |
30/04/24 |
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| Assessment task 2 | Written Assessment task | S/NYS | 10/05/24 | ||
| Assessment task 3 | Written Assessment task | S/NYS | 17/05/24 |
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Student Attendance
All students are required to:
Attend and participate appropriately in all activities scheduled. Complete pre-class preparation – e.g., recommended reading and learning activities on Canvas. Study all material provided to maximise chances of meeting the Unit's objectives.
Meet the 80% attendance requirement for lectures. Evidence in the form of a medical certificate or statutory declaration must be provided if one cannot attend. It will be the student's responsibility to 'catch up'. It is the student's responsibility to seek assistance from their educator.
All students must demonstrate 80% engagement with the learning resources provided. This includes but is not limited to the Canvas practice knowledge quizzes, which must be completed on time. Canvas analytics will be used to identify student engagement. This can affect student progression.
All students must meet the 100% attendance requirement for practical sessions. Evidence in the form of a medical certificate or statutory declaration must be provided if one cannot attend to qualify for a make-up session. The 'make-up' session time and date will be at the discretion of the RMIT Nursing Program Coordinator. Non-attendance to the make-up session without evidence to support the non-attendance can result in no further opportunity.
Failure to meet the 100% practical sessions attendance requirement can result in exclusion from the clinical skills assessments, leading to a Not Yet Satisfactory result and ultimately Not Yet Competent.
Four hundred (400) clinical placement hours must be completed by the end of the program to meet the program requirements.
Clinical Placement
Please note an opportunity to repeat clinical placement is not guaranteed and will be at the discretion of the Program Manager. The above requirements will be considered in the decision making.
Important information regarding Assessment Tasks:
Refer to individual assessment task instructions for information on when and how to submit and specific assessment conditions.
Assessment Attempts:
Self-marking quizzes.
Student will be permitted 3 attempts to complete self-marking assessments. if a student requires guidance, it is their responsibility to reach out to the Lead Campus Educator Guidance can be requested from your educator.
All other assessments:
You are permitted 2 attempts on written and practical assessments.
Resubmissions are not automatic and will only be approved at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, after consultation with the teacher. Attendance and course engagement will be taken into consideration when deciding.
All resubmissions must be completed and submitted no more than 7 days after your work has been assessed.
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
If you think you have some or all of the knowledge and competencies described, please discuss the Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer options with may be available to you with your Course Coordinator:
For more information go to:
Please read the following thoroughly by clicking the links:
Special consideration
Use the special consideration process if your circumstances are such that you cannot fulfil assessment requirements. For example, if you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by a due date.
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