Research Methods in Computer-Based Environments

1.  Understand the use of computer-based research methods

1. Evaluate the types of computer-based research methods used
2. Explain the importance of research projects
3. Compare and contrast primary and secondary data used in computer based research
4. Compare and contrast qualitative and quantitative research methods
5. Assess the considerations needed when carrying out computer-based research

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2.  Understand the components of research

1. Analyse the stages in conducting research
2. Explain the regulatory, legal and ethical considerations required when carrying out research
3. Evaluate the use of research for decision making

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3.  Be able to prepare for a computer-based research project

1. Formulate and construct research questions
2. Prepare research aims and objectives
3. Carry out a digital literature review based on the proposed questions and aims
4. Analyse how to measure the success of a research project

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4.  Be able to carry out an independent computer-based research project

1. Research a technological area of interest
2. Use appropriate research tools and techniques to gather evidence
3. Critique research findings
4. Present research findings in a professional format

• The assessment strategy for this course is designed to test all the learning outcomes.
• Learners must demonstrate successful achievement of all learning outcomes to pass the course.

• The assessment criteria for a pass will be presented with the summative exercise.
• Further information and guidance on the assessment will be made available through the tutor.

To pass the unit a 40% overall grade must be achieved.