Module manager: Nadine Cavigioli
Email: n.m.cavigioli@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
Completion of 120 credits at level 1; 40 credits at level 2
LLLC 1309 Work-based learning 1 LLLC 2226 Work-based learning 2
This module is not approved as a discovery module
1. To introduce & critically analyse a range of research projects in education
2. To reflect upon research and its outcomes in relation to a work-based setting
3. To develop an understanding of the theories underpinning the development of learning resources
4. To identify strategies and methodologies for developing & piloting new learning resources
5. To identify the ethical issues which arise from conducting research in education
On completion of the module students will have a knowledge of:
-Types of research, e.g. action research; evidence-based practice, and the appropriate application of these
-The critical analytical skills required to assess research methods and outcomes
-The impact of research in work-based learning and teaching settings
-Research underpinning the development of new learning resources
Research skills
As part of this module, students will develop a range of digital literacy skills. Further details are provided in the module handbook
- Introduction to a range of research projects, their aims, objectives, methodologies and outcomes
- Development of a critical ‘voice' in relation to research projects
- Reflection on the application of research to the individual learning and teaching setting
- Preparation of a learning contract outlining the development of a new learning resource
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Private study hours | 180 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 20 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Key concepts will be introduced each week and students will be expected to explore these further through reading and reflecting on their personal experience in an education/training setting.
Students will be monitored informally in terms of their understanding of the key concepts introduced throughout the module. Formative feedback will be provided on student assignments. Formal monitoring will be via tutorials built into the seminars to support preparation for summative assessment.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Written Work | 1,000 word Learning Contract | 30 |
| Written Work | 6x500 word equivalent to an online journal on following Topics - Literature review, Sampling, Practitioner research in education, Ethics, Evaluation in educational research, Data collection Methods. | 70 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 4/29/2024
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