RSCH09024 2022 Research Design and Development

This module will provide the learner with the necessary research skills to undertake a level 9 minor MA thesis. Learners will critically review literature, engage with their ontological and epistemological position; the paradigms of research study; methods of data collection and data analysis associated with chosen paradigms. The learner will gain the knowledge, skills and competencies to determine the appropriateness of individual methods in given research contexts. Issues of research ethics, validity and reliability of chosen paradigms and methods will also be discussed and debated. Learners will develop research project management skills that are applicable not only to their research project but also to further research activities.

Clear, comprehensive, and trusted, Bryman's Social Research Methods has guided over a quarter of a million students through their research methods course and student research project. The thoroughly updated sixth edition offers unrivalled coverage of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods with renewed focus and a fresh, modern feel.

This bestselling text pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design. For all three approaches, John W. Creswell and new co-author J. David Creswell include a preliminary consideration of philosophical assumptions; key elements of the research process; a review of the literature; an assessment of the use of theory in research applications, and reflections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. New to this Edition Updated discussion on designing a proposal for a research project and on the steps in designing a research study. Additional content on epistemological and ontological positioning in relation to the research question and chosen methodology and method. Additional updates on the transformative worldview. Expanded coverage on specific approaches such as case studies, participatory action research, and visual methods. Additional information about social media, online qualitative methods, and mentoring and reflexivity in qualitative methods. Incorporation of action research and program evaluation in mixed methods and coverage of the latest advances in the mixed methods field Additional coverage on qualitative and quantitative data analysis software in the respective methods chapters. Additional information about causality and its relationship to statistics in quantitative methods. Incorporation of writing discussion sections into each of the three methodologies. Current references and additional readings are included in this new edition.

Exploring the breadth of contemporary feminist research practices, this engaging text immerses the reader in cutting-edge theories, methods, and practical strategies. Chapters review theoretical work from around the globe and describe approaches to conducting quantitative, qualitative, and community-based research with participants; doing content or media analysis; and evaluating programs or interventions. Ethical issues are addressed and innovative uses of digital media highlighted. The focus is studying gender inequities as they are experienced by individuals and groups from diverse cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and with diverse gender identities. Delving into the process of writing and publishing feminist research, the text covers timely topics such as public scholarship, activism, and arts-based practices. The companion website features interviews with prominent feminist researchers. Pedagogical Features *Case examples of feminist research. *Running glossary of key terms. *Boxes highlighting hot topics and key points for practice. *End-of-chapter discussion questions and activities. *End-of-chapter annotated suggested reading (books, articles, and online resources). *Sample letters to research participants. *Appendix of feminist scholars organized by discipline.

Emancipatory and Participatory Research for Emerging Educational Researchers is a concise fundamental guide on two related models of education researchemancipatory and participatory. In addition to providing an introduction to these research models, this book also studies them through the lens of critical practice as well as pure research and provides case studies as examples. It highlights a variety of data collection techniques that are used in education research, from visual methods to interviews, and the strategies researchers apply to ensure the research process involves and benefits the participants. Emancipatory and Participatory Research for Emerging Educational Researchers functions as a useful "how-to" guide for first-time and less experienced researchers. Furthermore, it highlights not only how participatory research is by its nature emancipatory but also the overlaps between the two models approach to data collection.

Alderson, P. & V. Morrow (2011) The ethics of research with children and young people: A practical handbook. London: Sage. Aveyard H. (2010) Doing a literature review in health and social care: A practical guide. Maidenhead: Open University Press.

Christensen, P. & A. James (eds) (2008) Research with children: Perspectives and practices. London: Routledge.

Creswell, J. (2003) Research design: Qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods approaches. Thousand Oaks [CA]: Sage

Felzmann H., J. Sixsmith, S. O'Higgins, S. N Chonnachtaigh & S. Nic Gabhainn (2010) Ethical review and children's research in Ireland. Dublin: Stationery Office. [www.dcya.gov.ie/documents/publications/Ethical_Review_and_Childrens_Research_in_Ireland_Report.pdf]

Gilbert, N. (2007) Researching social life. London: Sage.

Greene, S. & D. Hogan (2005) Researching children's experience: Approaches and methods: methods and approaches. London: Sage.

Luker, K. (2010) Salsa dancing in the social sciences. Cambridge [MA]: Harvard University Press.

Mason, J. (2002) Qualitative researching. Thousand Oaks [CA]: Sage.

May, T. (2004) Social research: Issues, methods and process. Milton Keynes: Open University Press.

Roberts‑Holmes, G. (2011) Doing your early years research project. London: Sage.

Salkind, N. (2010) Statistics for people who (they think) hate statistics. London: Sage

Waller, V. Farquharson, K. and Dempsey, D (2016) Qualitative Social Research. London: Sage.

Relevant Journals in the Social Sciences; Sociology; Women's Studies; Disabilities Studies; Class Studies; Social Justice; Critical Emancipatory Methods

Institute guidelines

IT Sligo Code of Conduct for Postgraduate Research 2013
IT Sligo Postgraduate Student Handbook

This module must be successfully completed before students can progress to Final Research Project.