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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.
As clinical leaders nurses are expected to deliver evidence based informed care and to participate in primary research in the production of research evidence. This Unit will lay the foundation for all students to gain knowledge of a range of research approaches, to understand the standards for quality and rigour in research and the skills in operationalising a research study. Drawing on this foundation, students will also develop skills in using evidence to guide them through searching, retrieving, appraising and synthesising published research using appropriate research quality evaluation tools.
Unit was previously coded {MHP6100}
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 6 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Learning processes will be structured around the three learning modules and will include Online tutorials and student led Webinar discussion forums and activity based workshops.
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 School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Critical appraisal of research article | 30% |
| Assignment | Research proposal | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Critical appraisal of research article | 30% |
| Assignment | Research proposal | 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.
As clinical leaders nurses are expected to deliver evidence based informed care and to participate in primary research in the production of research evidence. This Unit will lay the foundation for all students to gain knowledge of a range of research approaches, to understand the standards for quality and rigour in research and the skills in operationalising a research study. Drawing on this foundation, students will also develop skills in using evidence to guide them through searching, retrieving, appraising and synthesising published research using appropriate research quality evaluation tools.
Unit was previously coded {MHP6100}
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 6 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Learning processes will be structured around the three learning modules and will include Online tutorials and student led Webinar discussion forums and activity based workshops.
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 School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Research proposal part 1 | 40% |
| Assignment | Research proposal part 2 | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online quiz | 20% |
| Assignment | Research proposal part 1 | 40% |
| Assignment | Research proposal part 2 | 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.
MNP6101|3|2