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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the theory and method of quantitative research in criminology and justice. Students will be exposed to the scientific method and its importance in measuring, examining and understanding issues relevant to criminology and justice. As part of this, the unit will explore fundamental quantitative research concepts and procedures, methods of statistical analysis as well as the interpretation of quantitative data. In this unit, students become informed consumers of research.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-campus students have a weekly three hour workshop. Each workshop is conducted using an active learning approach. As part of this approach students are provided with an instructional lecture which is accompanied by a series of applied learning activities. Instruction by a class facilitator and the active learning tasks introduce students to the central concepts of the quantitative research methods and guide students through the academic literature. During each workshop, students are required to work independently and in teams to complete assigned tasks. As part of this process, they develop proficiency in data analysis and discuss the process of quantitative research critically. Assessments in this unit encourage students to develop their critical appraisal skills as well as their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic version of the instructional lecture and applied learning activities, via Blackboard. Recorded instruction by a class facilitator and the active learning tasks introduce students to the central concepts of the quantitative research methods and guide students through the academic literature. Each week, students are required to work dependently and in teams to complete assigned tasks. As part of this process, they develop proficiency in data analysis and discuss the process of quantitative research critically. Communication among off-campus students is facilitated using the Blackboard discussion board. Assessments in this unit encourage students to develop their critical appraisal skills as well as their written communication skills. Regular online access is required.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature Review | 30% |
| Laboratory Work | Research Report | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature Review | 30% |
| Laboratory Work | Research Report | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces students to the theory and method of quantitative research in criminology and justice. Students will be exposed to the scientific method and its importance in measuring, examining and understanding issues relevant to criminology and justice. As part of this, the unit will explore fundamental quantitative research concepts and procedures, methods of statistical analysis as well as the interpretation of quantitative data. In this unit, students become informed consumers of research.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-campus students have a weekly three hour workshop. Each workshop is conducted using an active learning approach. As part of this approach students are provided with an instructional lecture which is accompanied by a series of applied learning activities. Instruction by a class facilitator and the active learning tasks introduce students to the central concepts of the quantitative research methods and guide students through the academic literature. During each workshop, students are required to work independently and in teams to complete assigned tasks. As part of this process, they develop proficiency in data analysis and discuss the process of quantitative research critically. Assessments in this unit encourage students to develop their critical appraisal skills as well as their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic version of the instructional lecture and applied learning activities, via Blackboard. Recorded instruction by a class facilitator and the active learning tasks introduce students to the central concepts of the quantitative research methods and guide students through the academic literature. Each week, students are required to work dependently and in teams to complete assigned tasks. As part of this process, they develop proficiency in data analysis and discuss the process of quantitative research critically. Communication among off-campus students is facilitated using the Blackboard discussion board. Assessments in this unit encourage students to develop their critical appraisal skills as well as their written communication skills. Regular online access is required.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature Review | 30% |
| Laboratory Work | Research Report | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Literature Review | 30% |
| Laboratory Work | Research Report | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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