Module Details
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Full Title:
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Research Methods
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| Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 ) |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
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| Module Owner:: |
Annaleigh Margey
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| Module Description: |
This module equips learners with the core skills in research design. Focusing on developing the research project, the module will ask students to consider critical elements of research design, including research data collection methods, data analysis, ethical concerns and academic writing.
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| Module Learning Outcome |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
| MLO1 |
Critique the main theories underpinning academic research. |
| MLO2 |
Analyse, plan and manage the lifecycle stages of a research project |
| MLO3 |
Critique the relevant literature and other sources pertinent to their research in a systematic and professional manner |
| MLO4 |
Select and critique the relevant qualitative and/or quantitative research methods for their chosen research topic, while demonstrating ethical awareness. |
| MLO5 |
Synthesise knowledge, prepare and produce an academic proposal. |
| Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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| No recommendations listed |
| Module Indicative Content |
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The Research Lifecycle
Developing the Research Idea; Setting Aims and Objectives; Developing Research Questions; Generating Hypotheses; The Research Proposal; The Literature Review; Data Collection and Analysis; The Write-Up; Submission; Supervision
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Literature and Interpretation
Libraries, Computer archives, Building a bibliographic resource, Evaluating published text, Interpretation, Synthesis of text, Using the internet, Plagiarism.
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The Literature Review
Types of literature review and methods; searches and reviews, critical analysis; structure of the literature review; writing the literature review
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Research Design
Research Philosophy; Ethnography; Phenomenology; Qualitative v's Quantitative
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Research Methodologies
Qualitative Methodologies; Quantitative Methodologies; Action Research; Mixed-Methods
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Data Collection
Choosing Methods and Data Collection Tools; Sampling - Justifying the sampling process; sampling and sample size, accessing a sample; types of samples; sampling designs; sample size, reliability and validity, survey design; Survey Design; Questionnaires; Interviews; Observation; Field Study; Archival Research; Focus Groups; Quantitative Research Methods - Experiments; quasi experiments; Action Research; Using Mixed-Methods; Storage Methods
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Data Analysis
Quantitative statistical analysis; (anova; chi square; regression analyses); probability; Qualitative Analysis: Thematic analysis, SPSS; N-Vivo
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Interpretation
DkIT Ethics Policy; Ethics Submission; Ethical Frameworks - critical evaluation, variables, reliability; validity; balance; Writing up - results, conclusions and recommendations
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Writing up
Academic Writing; Research Layout; Communication and Dissemination of Results; Presentation
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Module Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Course Work | 100.00% |
| Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsFull Time On Campus
Part Time On Campus
| Reassessment Requirement |
No repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will be offered solely on the basis of coursework and a repeat examination will not be offered.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time On Campus |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Classes, workshops, online |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
9.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
| Workload: Part Time On Campus |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Classes, workshops. online |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
9.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Creswell, J. W. & Creswell, J.D.,. (2018), Research Design: Qualitative and Quantitative and Mixed Approaches, 5th. Sage, Thousand Oaks, USA.
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Bergin, T.. (2018), An introduction to data analysis: Quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods, Sage, Thousand Oaks, USA, [ISBN: ISBN:14462951].
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Zikmund, William G., Babin, Barry, Carr, Jon C., Griffin, Mitch. (2013), Business Research Methods, 9th. South-Western, Australia, [ISBN: 128512491X].
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Yin, R.. (2018), Case Study Research and Applications: Designs and Methods, 6th. Sage Publications, Thousand Oaks, USA, [ISBN: 1506336167].
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Dawson, Catherine. (2019), Introduction to Research Methods: a practical guide for anyone undertaking a research project, 5th. Robinson, London.
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Denzin, Norman Kent. (2000), Handbook of qualitative research, Sage, Thousand Oaks, CA.
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Creswell, John W.. (2015), A Concise Introduction to Mixed Methods Research, Sage, Los Angeles.
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Blaxter, L., Hughes, C. and Tight M.. How to Research (4th ed.), (2010) Buckingham, Open University Press, [ISBN: 978-0335238675].
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Howard, K. and Sharp J.. The Management of a Student Research Project, 3rd. (2002) Hampshire, Gower Publishing, [ISBN: 978-0566084904].
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Saunders, M., Lewis, P. and Thornhill, A.. Research Methods for Business Students, 6th. (2012) London, Prentice Hall, [ISBN: 978-0273750758].
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Veal, Anthony James. (2018), Research methods for leisure and tourism, 5th. Pearson, Harlow.
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Durbarry, Ramesh. (2018), Research methods for tourism students, Routledge, London.
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Brunt, Paul, Horner, Susan, Semley, Natalie. (2017), Research methods in tourism, hospitality, and events management, Sage, Thousand Oaks, CA.
| | Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Braun, V. & Clarke, V.. (2006), Using Thematic Analysis in Psychology, Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3.
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