EDUC 7061BNA - Education Major Project Part 2
Ngee Ann Academy - Quadmester 4 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code EDUC 7061BNA Course Education Major Project Part 2 Coordinating Unit School of Education Term Quadmester 4 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Ngee Ann Academy Units 6 Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Restrictions Students must have completed EDUC 7061ANA Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Julie Matthews
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
Intensive block 2 Day 1 7.00-10.00 pm Structuring and writing a dissertation Day 2 1.00-4.30 pm Group/Individual consultations 4.30-5.15 pm Break 5.15-8.00 pm Group/Individual consultations Day 3 9.00 am-12.00 pm Project presentations 12.00-1.00 pm Lunch break 1.00-3.00 pm Project presentations 3.00-4.00 pm Question and Answer session -
Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes for this course are similar to those in Educational Inquiry (EDUC 7001), but revolve around a final dissertation rather than a research proposal.
1 Develop and apply students’ understanding of the nature and process of research 2 Develop students’ ability to select a research project topic, plan a research project, develop researchable questions and communicate these issues clearly in oral and written form 3 Develop students’ understanding of the relationship of theory, knowledge and practice as it is applied to contemporary research in education and their ability to explain these relationships in oral and written form 4 Further develop students’ ability to critically review and evaluate educational literature 5 Develop students’ ability to select and apply a research design, as well as data collection and evaluation instruments (both qualitative and quantitative), in harmony with a chosen paradigm 6 Further develop students’ ability to evaluate research according to standards of validity, reliability and ethics 7 Develop students’ ability to write and present a well-designed research project University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2, 4, 6 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 5, 7 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 7 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 5, 6, 7 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 3, 6 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 6 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 6 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
There are no required resources, but it is recommended that you refer to the coursebook for the Educational Inquiry topic:
Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. (2011). Research methods in education (7th ed.). London, UK: Routledge.Recommended Resources
Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. (2011). Research methods in education (7th ed.). London, UK: Routledge.Online Learning
Additional course-related material is available through MyUni, and course materials will be added regularly.
You are also encouraged to take part in discussion with other students and the lecturer via the MyUni discussion board. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
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Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The hours below reflect the overall workload for terms 1 and 2, i.e. courses EDUC 7061ANA and EDUC 7061BNA,
WORKLOAD TOTAL HOURS 2 x 3 Day intensive face-to-face courses 34 hours Online reflections and interactions with lecturers and classmates 28 hours Intensive reading and preparation 125 hours 10,000 word dissertation 125 hours Total: 312 hours Learning Activities Summary
Time Topic/Content Intensive block 1 Day 1 7-10 pm Introduction and overview
Issue identification
Discussion of assignment
Submission details
Time management
Sample dissertationsDay 2 1.00-2.00 pm Clarification of issues 2.00-3.00 pm Dissertation structure 3.00-5.00 pm How to write an ethics application 5.00-5.30 pm Break 5.30-6.00 pm Using Endnote 6.00-7.00 pm Oral presentation skills 7.00-8.00 pm Question and Answer session Day 3 9.00 am-12.00 pm Individual consultations 12.00-1.00 pm Lunch break 1.00-3.00 pm Oral presentations (3 minutes/1 slide per person) 3.00-4.00 pm Question and Answer session Intensive block 2 Day 1 7.00-10.00 pm Structuring and writing a dissertation Day 2 1.00-4.30 pm Group/Individual consultations 4.30-5.15 pm Break 5.15-8.00 pm Group/Individual consultations Day 3 9.00 am-12.00 pm Project presentations 12.00-1.00 pm Lunch break 1.00-3.00 pm Project presentations 3.00-4.00 pm Question and Answer session -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
This course follows criterion-based assessment. This means that student grades are determined by the standard of work in terms of meeting a number of criteria that represent the requirements for a particular course. In other words, work is judged according to a pre-determined standard of task completion rather than by comparing it to the work of other students undertaking the same course. Assessment for this course consists of a scholarly dissertation (mini thesis) of 10 000 words, using referencing appropriate to the discipline.Assessment Related Requirements
Students who are unable to provide justification for non-attendance will fail the course.
It is very important to submit your assignment on time so that it can be marked and the mark submitted to the University for processing by the University deadline. A penalty of 10% will apply to each 24 hours of late submission.
If you have a problem submitting your assignment on time, please talk to the lecturer to see if a short extension to the due date is possible.Assessment Detail
1. Oral presentation (1 Powerpoint slide in a 3 minute oral presentation) completed on Day 3 of first intensive course. Formative - no marks awarded. The oral presentation will be based around an issue arising from the student's proposed research project. e.g. why is this an important problem to research?
2. 10 000 word dissertation (mini thesis). Summative - 100% of marks awarded.
See Assessment Rubric for details.Submission
Submission of the 10 000 word dissertation will be electronically via MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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