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CONTEXTUALISING & COMMUNICATING YOUR RESEARCH

Module code: ED618
Credits: 10
Semester: Year-Long
Department: EDUCATION
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	Overview
	This module aims to support the writing and design of students� theses and projects. It will enhance students� communicative and collaborative capacities by focusing on academic writing and the research process, broadly conceived. The seminars will offer students a group-based approach to undertaking their research and will provide opportunities to present and discuss research concerns within a supportive, collaborative atmosphere. Students will identify their research topics and problems, contextualise them within relevant educational research traditions and develop a coherent framework in which to explore them.

Overview

This module aims to support the writing and design of students� theses and projects. It will enhance students� communicative and collaborative capacities by focusing on academic writing and the research process, broadly conceived. The seminars will offer students a group-based approach to undertaking their research and will provide opportunities to present and discuss research concerns within a supportive, collaborative atmosphere. Students will identify their research topics and problems, contextualise them within relevant educational research traditions and develop a coherent framework in which to explore them.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Present, discuss and critically explore research, conceptual and professional issues emerging from thesis work in the MEd group context. Critically analyse the educational field and theories underpinning students� thesis research. Demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the educational theories and empirical research presented by guest speakers Explore the communication processes and relationships with key stakeholders in education (students, parents, teachers, management, community and policy-makers) that is evident in educational research

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? No No

	Co-Requisites
	Must be taken in the same year as ED607 or ED674

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