HED5041 - Research project development and implementation - 2017

The aim of this unit is to bring about an increased awareness into research-led teaching, professional research skills, and research writing skills. In this unit, candidates implement and systematically study the project designed in HED5031 (Higher education project: Design and literature review). This will enable them to investigate and improve their own teaching practice. Candidates shall discuss the principles of research-led teaching and its implementation in the respective discipline. This unit is offered through independent study.

Upon successful completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. apply their knowledge and skills to experience research as a key area of academic work.
2. demonstrate the skills associated with planning and implementing academic research of various types
3. connect the principles and practices of research-led teaching and learning to their own discipline
4. develop the ability to edit and write research reports and/or publications
5. communicate research findings at an advanced level

Research report (3000 words, 70%)

Personal reflection (500 words, 15%)

Online forum (500 words equivalent, 15%)

Minimum total expected workload comprises:

1. Contact hours:
   • 12 contact hours in workshops, each workshop may vary in length, but on average would be expected to be 3 to 4 hours (one half day each).
2. Additional requirements:
   • approximately 8 - 10 hours of independent study per week comprising literature and web searches, reading/reflection time, and completions of assessment activities.

See also Unit timetable information

Dr Chan Chang Tik

HED5031