1 ASSESSMENT BRIEF LONDON CHURCHILL COLLEGE Programme: HND BTEC IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Unit Number and Title: Unit 06 Research Project Unit code: K/601/0941 Unit Level: QCF Level 5 Module Tutor: Rajan Bhatta, Priyangani Ariyawansha Module Tutor email: [email protected] [email protected] Course Leader: Priyangani Ariyawansha Personal Tutor: Mostafa Khan, Aisha Ali Personal tutor Email: [email protected] [email protected] Key dates Distribution date: 24th April 2017 Submission dates: 27th June 2017 (Group I: Research Proposal) 04th July 2017 (Group B: Final Report) Group D: No submission Results: 4 weeks after submission (Feedback is available after 03 weeks) Aims of the Unit This unit aims to develop learners’ skills of independent enquiry and critical analysis by undertaking a sustained research investigation of direct relevance to their higher education programme and professional development. This unit is designed to develop learners’ understanding and confidence in the use of techniques and methods appropriate for research in health and social care. Learners will be expected to consider the elements that make up formal research, including the proposal and methodologies. They will also action Learner’s name and statement of authenticity Learner’s Name: …………….. Learner’s ID: Date handed-in: I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. Where the work of others has been used to support my work then credit has been acknowledged. Signature: ……………………. Date: ……………2 plan carry out the research and presenting their findings. Learners will also consider ethical aspects of formal research. The topic of the research project is dependent on the learner’s focus of interest within the context of their programme of study and experience in health and social care, with due regard to ethical constraints of research in this sector. The unit gives learners the opportunity to draw together learning from several aspects of their study into a coherent holistic piece of work that makes a positive contribution to their area of interest. Learners should seek approval from their tutors before starting the study. Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria for Pass LO 1 Understand how to formulate a research specification 1.1 Formulate and record possible research project outline specifications 1.2 Identify the factors that contribute to the process of research project selection 1.3 Undertake a critical review of key references 1.4 Produce a research project specification 1.5 Provide an appropriate plan and procedures for the agreed research specification LO 2 Be able to implement the research project within agreed procedures and to specification 2.1 Match resources efficiently to the research question or hypothesis 2.2 Undertake the proposed research investigation in accordance with the agreed specification and procedures 2.3 Record and collate relevant data where appropriate LO 3 Be able to evaluate the research outcomes 31. Use appropriate research evaluation techniques 3.2 Interpret and analyse the results in terms of the original research specification 3.3Make recommendations LO 4 Be able to present the research outcomes 4.1 Use an agreed format and appropriate media to present the outcomes of the research to an audience Summary of Learning Outcomes3 To achieve a pass learners must demonstrate the ability to deal with each of the following outcomes and present these in report form – scripts will be checked against each of these: 1. Formulate a research specification 2. Able to implement the research project within agreed procedures and to specification 3. Able to evaluate the research outcomes 4. Able to present the research outcomes SPECIFICATION OF ASSIGNMENT Learners will be required to prepare a proposal for a research project, obtain data from primary or secondary sources and present findings. Learners will critically evaluate their research findings and make recommendations for further study. Learners will be required to prepare and carry out an individual research project. You are required to write an analytical report based on a research topic of your own interest in the areas of health and social care environment. Your research project should have following chapters: 1. Research proposal 2. Research methodologies 3. Findings and analysis 4. Conclusion, evaluation and recommendation Task 1: Design a Research proposal (AC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5) Formulate a research proposal on a topic of your interest relating to health and social care. Discuss with module tutor about the topic before starting the proposal. The proposal should include: 1. Title of research (Less than 15 words) 2. Introduction to research, 3. Aims and objectives, 4. Research questions, 5. Rationale for research, 6. Literature review,4 7. Methodology and methods for data collection 8. Expected outcomes 9. Temporal plan of the research. Task 2: Implement the research project within agreed procedures and to specification (Assessment Criteria 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3) 1. Test your research hypothesis or question with agreed plan of action and ethical boundaries (AC 2.1) 2. Undertake the proposed research investigation in accordance with the agreed specification and procedures. (AC 2.2) 3. Collect data for your research using methods explained. (AC 2.3) Task 3: Evaluate the research outcomes 1. Evaluate your research project using appropriate research evaluation technique (AC 3.1) 2. Interpret and analyse the result in terms of the research specification (AC 3.2) 3. Make recommendations and find out the areas of improvement (AC 3.3) 4. Use an appropriate format and media to present the result of the research project (AC 4.1) Merit and Distinction descriptorsto the above PASS criteria, this assignment gives you following MERIT and M1 Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions Effective judgments have been made To achieve M1 you must demonstrate that you have looked at different types of research tools and methods for gathering primary data. (Task 1) M2 Select/design and apply appropriate methods/techniques A range of sources of information has been used To achieve M2 you must select appropriate methods for research proposal using internet, journals, publications and text books. The bibliography/reference must be presented in an appropriate format. (Task 1 and 2) M3 Present and communicate appropriate findings An appropriate structure and approach has been used in the presentation and communication of your findings To achieve M3 you have presented the findings of the research and communicated to readers in an appropriate format/language. (Task 3)5 DISTINCTION grades Research Report Structure: • Cover • Title Page • Contents page. • Main Body (Tasks) 1. Research proposal 2. Research methodologies 3. Findings and analysis 4. Conclusion, evaluation and recommendation • References • Appendices D1 Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions The validity of results has been evaluated using defined criteria To achieve D1 you must critically evaluate your findings and draw conclusions. You must be critical of ideas put forward and offer justification on how the conclusions have been developed. (Task 3) D2 Take responsibility for managing and organising activities Autonomy/independence has been demonstrated To achieve D2 you should take an effective approach to independent research and study and will have met the deadline to submit the tasks and achieve the unit assessment criteria. (Task 1, 2, 3) D3 Demonstrate convergent/lateral/c reative thinking Innovation and creative thought have been applied To achieve D3 you should evaluate the presentation and put forward ideas for any changes. This should include content, presentation skills and research that have been undertaken. ( Task 3) Assignment Submission Guidelines:
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Consistency in top, bottom and left, right margins Research Report Structure: • Cover • Title Page • Contents page. • Main Body (Tasks) 5. Research proposal 6. Research methodologies 7. Findings and analysis6 Assignment submission instructions 1. Go to the following website: http://www.turnitinuk.com/ 2. Click on “Create Account” 3. At the bottom of the page, you will find a list: Students, Instructor, Teaching assistant. Click on “Student” 4. On the new page you will have to provide this information: • Class ID • Class enrolment password • Your first name • Your last name • Email address • Your password (it must be 6-12 characters long and contain at least one letter and one number) • Select a secret question and write down your answer 5. Click on “I agree –Create Profile” 6. Done. a. You are now registered and can enrol into other classes. In order to do that, click on “Enrol in a class”. Enter Class ID and Enrolment password for that subject. 7. Please make sure you download and attach an assignment cover page from Elearning. The cover page can be found in the “Instructions” section of the student area. If you still have any questions or need any help, please visit our Academic office. Achievement of a pass grade A pass grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the assessment criteria for each individual unit.
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