ODONT 6017OL - Research Methods and Ethics
Online - Semester 1 - 2020
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ODONT 6017OL Course Research Methods and Ethics Coordinating Unit Dental Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Supervision as required Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Restrictions Available to Grad Dip Forensic Odontology students only Assessment Participation in seminar, evaluation and written critique of given scientific paper Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Denice Higgins
Director and Senior Specialist Odontologist
Forensic Odontology Unit/ Adelaide Dental School
Helen Mayo South, North Terrace Campus
Phone: 8313 6292Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Be able to demonstrate knowledge of research literacy
2. Be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of basic research methods
3. Be able to explain the significant risks and ethical issues raised by the conduct of research
4. Be able to identify appropriate techniques underlying different research approaches
5. Be able to understand and apply the fundamental principles of the research process as they apply to answering research questions in dentistry
6. Be able to critically evaluate scientific research and literature and techniques to inform evidence based specialist research and practice
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1-6 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
4,5,6 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
1-3 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
1-6 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
3,5,6 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
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Recommended Resources
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Online Learning
Learning modules and formative multiple choice true false quizzes will be made available through MyUni.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
- Participation in online seminar program
- Attend ethics workshops
- Evaluation and written critique of scientific paper
- Presentation of research proposal
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Structured learning
Type Number of
sessionsSession Duration Total
hoursTutorials/Seminars 12 4 hours 48
Assessment Tasks
Type Number of
sessionsExpected
preparation
Time (Hours)Total
hoursExtended lab report / Assignments 12 2.5 30 Research Proposal 12 2 24 Total 54
Non-contact (semester)
Type Number of
sessionsAnticipated
time (hours)Total
hoursWeekly reading/other study 12 4 48 Total 48 Learning Activities Summary
Full details are available in MyUni.Specific Course Requirements
N/ASmall Group Discovery Experience
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Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
ASSESSMENT TASK
TASK TYPE
WEIGHTING
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
Participation in online learning modules
Formative
0%
Evaluation and written critique of scientific paper
Summative
40%
1-6
Presentation of research proposal
Summative
60%
1-6
Assessment Related Requirements
N/AAssessment Detail
Full details are available in MyUni.Submission
Full details will be available in MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
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