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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.
Research is an important aspect of a students education, providing a potential pathway for future career opportunities. The purpose of this unit is to create awareness of research opportunities, prepare students for future research and introduce students to the requirements of the Honours program. Students will be equipped with the essential intellectual and practical skills to know how to conduct research including theoretical, philosophical and methodological frameworks, and ethical approaches to research.
The mode of delivery for this unit is a one-week intensive set of seminars commencing prior to semester.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
The mode of delivery for this unit is a one-week intensive set of seminars commencing prior to semester. The teaching and learning approach in this unit is enhanced through in-class discussions, where the skills of working effectively with others (specifically team working and task collaboration), communicating effectively, critical appraisal and the ability to generate ideas are emphasised. Successful completion of this unit requires students to complete individual assessment items, which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), ability to work effectively with others, critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, and the ability to research effectively, using both academic and contemporary sources.
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 | Concept Mapping | 20% |
| Literature Review | Literature Critique and discussion | 40% |
| Journal | Reflective Piece | 40% |
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.
Research is an important aspect of a students education, providing a potential pathway for future career opportunities. The purpose of this unit is to create awareness of research opportunities, prepare students for future research and introduce students to the requirements of the Honours program. Students will be equipped with the essential intellectual and practical skills to know how to conduct research including theoretical, philosophical and methodological frameworks, and ethical approaches to research.
The mode of delivery for this unit is a one-week intensive set of seminars commencing prior to semester.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
The mode of delivery for this unit is a one-week intensive set of seminars commencing prior to semester. The teaching and learning approach in this unit is enhanced through in-class discussions, where the skills of working effectively with others (specifically team working and task collaboration), communicating effectively, critical appraisal and the ability to generate ideas are emphasised. Successful completion of this unit requires students to complete individual assessment items, which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), ability to work effectively with others, critical analysis (depth of thought, development of argument, logical analysis and insight), depth and breadth of coverage, and the ability to research effectively, using both academic and contemporary sources.
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 | Concept Mapping | 20% |
| Literature Review | Literature Critique and discussion | 40% |
| Journal | Reflective Piece | 40% |
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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