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GSSA 3017 - Social Research Advanced: Real World Practice

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

The aim of Social Research Advanced level is to apply students' knowledge and understanding of research - how and why it is done and to expose students to different theoretical perspectives and methodologies employed by researchers in conducting social research. Students will undertake an independent research project from design (formulate a research question, the methods used to obtain data, fieldwork, the interpretation of data collected and the writing up of research findings). Students will also be taught about ethical considerations in social research and how the research findings inform.

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  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code GSSA 3017
    Course Social Research Advanced: Real World Practice
    Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies
    Term Semester 1
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Prerequisites 12 units level I Humanities/Social Sciences courses, GWSI 2110 or GSSA 2110
    Incompatible GWSI 3017
    Assessment 500 word bibliography and literature review (20%), 1000 word ethics application, Presentation(30%), 3000 word final research paper (50%)
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Dee Michell

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On the successful completion of this course students will be able to:
    1. Describe the purpose of a Literature Review and recognise the need for and components of an Ethics Application as required in Social Research project.
    2. Locate, analyse and synthesise academic literature into a Literature Review, and develop a research question in a timely and effective manner.
    3. Develop a research question and design an independent research project including an Ethics Application, survey and interview instruments.
    4. Recruit research participants using online survey generators and social media.
    5. Conduct face to face research interviews according to social, cultural and ethical protocols and with professional integrity.
    6. Analyse quantitative and qualitative data and communicate the findings through a research report and oral presentation.
    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)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2,3
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2,6
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3,4,5
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 4,5,6
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 4
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,5,6
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 3,5,6
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 3,5
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    There is a Text Book required for this course: Social Research Methods, Edited by Maggie Walter, South Melbourne: Oxford University Press, Second Edition 2010 or Third Edition 2013. The book is available from Uni Books and there are three copies in the Library as well.
    Recommended Resources
    Additional course-related material is available through MyUni
    Online Learning
    Relevant material for the course – examples, assignment details & instructions – will be housed on MyUni and accessible to all enrolled students. Use of other facilities in MyUni, eg the Discussion Board, is encouraged for Group Work, but not mandatory.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Throughout the semester students will be required to attend a 1 hour lecture and 2 hour workshop each week.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week 12 hours per semester
    1 x 2 hour workshop (or equivalent) per week 24 hours per semester
    5 hours assignment preparation per week 60 hours per semester
    5 hours reading/research per week 60 hours per semester
    TOTAL WORKLOAD 156 hours per semester
    Learning Activities Summary
    Week  Learning Activity
      1 Introduction & Orientation
      2 Conducting an Independent Research Project
      3 Social Research Skills in the Workplace
      4 Writing a Literature Review
      5 Preparing a Research Proposal 
      6 Ethical Dimensions
      7 Sampling & Surveys
      8 Respectful Intervewing
      9 Anlysing Quantitative Data
    10 Anlysing Qualitative Data
    11 Presenting Findings
    12 Writing a Research Report
    Specific Course Requirements
    GSSA 3017 will require students to carry out their own fieldwork. This means students will be implementing a survey, and they will be conducting 3 x face to face interviews on the North Terrace campus of the 成人大片. Participants in both surveys and interviews will be current 成人大片 students. Step by step guidance will be provided by the Course Coordinator.
    Small Group Discovery Experience
    Students will participate in workshops for 2 hours each week during which time they will participate in small group discussion and structured activities.
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Task Due Date Weight
    Assignment 1: 500 word literature review  Week   5 20%
    Assignment 2: 750 words Ethics Application, Survey & Interview Instrument   Week   8 20%
    Assignment 3: Oral Presentation of Project Week 11 10%
    Assignment 4: 3000 Word Research Paper Week 13 50%
    Assessment Related Requirements
    Students must complete all assessment elements in order to pass the course.
    Assessment Detail
    Assignment 1. Literature Review

    For this assignment students are required to write a brief (500 words) review of the literature read in preparation for the research project.

    Assignment 2. Ethics Application, Survey Instrument & Interview Guide

    For this assignment students are required to complete a pre-designed Ethics Application as approval from an Ethics Committee is an important component of any social research project. In preparation for fieldwork, students are also required to submit the survey they have designed and the interview guide they have prepared.

    Assignment 3. Oral Presentation

    For this assignment students are required to summarise and present their research project and findings. 

    Assigment 4. Research Report

    This final assignment is a written report on the entire project, including an analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.

    Further detail on all assignments will be proved to enrolled students via MyUni
    Submission
    The first three assignments are to be submitted online via MyUni.

    An appendix is required to be submitted with the final assignment. Unless appendix materials can be scanned and included in an online submission, it will be better for this one assignment to be handed in manually. The assignment drop-off box for this course is located in the School of Social Sciences, Room G18, Napier Building.
    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.

    Final results for this course will be made available through .

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    SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

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