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EDUF4021: Education Honours Dissertation
2024 unit information
In this unit, under the supervision of an academic member of staff, and possibly as part of a research team, students undertake a research project developed as part of EDUF4020. In undertaking the research project, students are required to demonstrate a breadth and depth of knowledge of the discipline studied, autonomy and imagination in applying that knowledge, proficiency and skill in the research methods used, and a critical and insightful analysis of the results. They will also be required to demonstrate an understanding of relevant ethical issues. Under the direction of their supervisor, students will develop a research report for examination and dissemination to the wider research field.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDUF4021 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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70+ mark in EDUF4020 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. plan and conduct an independent research project
- LO2. demonstrate understanding of the current state of knowledge in the specific field of your honours research project and basic working knowledge of the broader field of educational research
- LO3. select, justify and apply an appropriate interpretative framework and/or research methodology with an understanding of research ethics
- LO4. offer evidence, understandings, interpretations and/or implications for the field
- LO5. communicate findings of research to a variety of audiences and in a variety of formats
- LO6. conduct and report research that complies with DoE and university guidelines on the ethical conduct of research.
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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