Purpose of the assignment:
- To develop practical research skills
- To develop a critical awareness of some of the issues involved in research
- To be able to reflect on the significance of these issues in terms of the broader research project
- To link theses issues to the relevant academic literature
Students will be required to submit a report based on the two activities completed( I have done interview and questionnaire) in the workshops and critically assess the suitability of these methods. The report must contain hardcopies of the research data produced from these exercises as an appendix.
The critical commentary:
An account and discussion of approx. 2500 words plus appendix which critically examines the way in which you conducted the research, problems faced and lessons learnt. Your work should also consider the impact of the different methods on research findings and the broader research topic under discussion. You must make use of appropriate academic references and use the APA referencing system. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
Assessment Criteria
Evidence of skill development in both research methods 30%
Critical reflection on the process of applying the two methods 30%
Awareness of the broader significance of methods in relation to research subject 15%
Use of academic literature 15%
Structure, presentation and writing skills. 10%
