Evidence and Research for Practice

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Articulate a timely and significant issue for investigation;
2. Formulate a research question and appropriate research methodologies for answering specific research question(s);
3. Review qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research using critical appraisal tools relating to answering a specific research question(s);
4. Design and propose a research proposals and/or project;
5. Critically reflect on and demonstrate understanding of ethical research conduct in practice; and
6. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.