308559 (v.1) SMEC 727 - Research Methods for Science and Mathematics Education
| Area: | Science and Mathematics Education Centre |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
| Other: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | Develop an understanding of the research process in science and mathematics education that involves both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Develop a capacity to work independently in conceptualizing an investigation in order to produce a doctoral thesis. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Articulate the main characteristics of the research process. Draw upon various types of research methods for disciplined inquiry. Understand different data gathering and analysis procedures. Consider the ethical implications of research. Develop a capacity to conceptualise a research design. Commence planning a study at the doctoral level. A major outcome of the unit is a research proposal in science or mathematics education. |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | Cohen, L., Manion, L. and Morrison, K., (2002), Research Methods in Education, 5th ed., London, Routledge Falmer. Leedy, P. D. (1997), Practical Research - Planning and Design, 6th ed., New Jersey, Merrill. Merriam, S.B., (1998), Qualitative Research andCase Study - Application in Education, 2nd ed.,.San Francisco, Jossey Bass. Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 4th ed., American Psychological Association, Washington, DC. Erickson, F., (1998), Qualitative Research Methods for Science Education. Fraser B.J. and Tobin K., International Handbook of Science Education (pp. 1155-1173), The Netherlands, Kluwer. |
| Unit Texts: | Anderson, G. (1998), Fundamentals of Education Research, 2nd ed., Bristol, PA Falmer Press. Punch, K., (1998), Introduction to Social Research - Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches, London, Sage Publications. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Contribution to class discussion 10%. One 3000 word paper 90%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | Y | Y | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | Y | Y | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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