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Unit of study_

INDH5224: Research and Evaluation

Intensive April, 2023 [Block mode] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

This is the fifth of six sequential, interdependent modules, available only to students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion. Students will explore the role of evaluative, descriptive and intervention research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health promotion and define and understand the different methodologies used in quantitative and qualitative research . They will examine ethical issues in research and identify research methods that will assist their communities in identifying health issues and effective solutions without causing harm or being exploitative. Students will also understand how and when to conduct process, impact and outcome evaluations that will encourage transparency and accountability and provide evidence of the effectiveness of their health promotion program. The final 20 per cent of INDH5224 will be dedicated to commencing INDH5227.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	INDH5224
Academic unit	Public Health
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	INDH5221 and INDH5227
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Jasper Garay, jasper.garay@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Jasper Garay, jasper.garay@sydney.edu.au
	Karina Clarkson, karina.clarkson@sydney.edu.au
	Candace Angelo, candace.angelo@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Joel Dixon, joel.dixon@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Online task	Quiz Online quiz	10%	Week 08 Due date: 17 Apr 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 17 Apr 2023	Unlimited
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	Online discussion Online discussion	5%	Week 09 Due date: 24 Apr 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 24 Apr 2023	Two posts, 200 - 240 words in total.
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Presentation	Individual Presentation: Analysis of a published paper Individual presentation on published paper	20%	Week 10 Due date: 01 May 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 01 May 2023	Unlimited
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Assignment	Written evaluation plan Written assessment	30%	Week 11 Due date: 08 May 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 08 May 2023	Unlimited
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Assignment	Communicating research findings Written assessment	30%	Week 12 Due date: 15 May 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 15 May 2023	Unlimited
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Online task	Reflective journal Written assessment	5%	Week 13 Due date: 22 May 2023 at 23:59 Closing date: 22 May 2023	400 words
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Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at an exceptional standard
Distinction	75 - 84	Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at a very good standard
Credit	65 - 74	Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at a good standard
Pass	50 - 64	Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at an acceptable standard
Fail	0 - 49	Did not achieve the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Evaluation in health promotion	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 06	Overview of outcome, impact and process evaluation	Lecture (1 hr)
	Evaluation case study	Workshop (1 hr)
	Developing evaluation strategies for your own HP program	Workshop (1 hr)
	From evaluation to research: methods and processes	Lecture (1 hr)
	Quantitative methods	Lecture (1 hr)
	Analysing a published research paper	Workshop (1 hr)
	Group presentation: Analysis of a published research paper	Presentation (1.5 hr)
	Introduction to research ethics	Lecture (1 hr)
	Research ethics case studies and quiz	Independent study (1 hr)
	Preparing a pitch to community	Lecture (1 hr)
	Preparing a pitch for a funding body	Lecture (1 hr)
	Getting the word out	Lecture (1 hr)
	Site visits: health services, schools	Field trip (6 hr)
	Site orientation and logistics	Field trip (2 hr)
	On country learning	Field trip (3 hr)
	Local research projects: case studies	Lecture (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion is a full-time course. Participation in, and completion of, all online activities is mandatory.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. describe the role and methodologies of evaluative, descriptive, and intervention research in health promotion
LO2. develop an outcome, impact, and process evaluation plan for a health promotion project
LO3. analyse a published research paper
LO4. apply knowledge of ethical issues in research and evaluation
LO5. communicate research findings to a community
LO6. work collaboratively as well as independently and engage in self-directed and reflective learning.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

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Changes to learning outcomes and assessment activities have been made since this unit was last offered.

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Learning outcomes

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