• Research-based Development (YZWZ0110-3008),
         01.08.2021 – 06.02.2022,  5 cr  (YSP21S1) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    Purpose of the course
    The purpose of this course is to understand the meaning of an research-based development and to get own toolkit for development activities

    Competences
    Ethical competence
    Learning and information management competence
    Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence

    Learning outcomes
    After completing this course, you will understand the difference between scientific research and research-based development. You understand the principles of research-based development,, its methodological starting points. You know the process of research-based development. You master and are able to apply some working life development methods in development activities at your filed of practice. You understand the importance of research ethics and good scientific practice in research-based development.
    Course contents
    The starting points and methodology of research-based development
    Research ethics and the responsible conduct of research
    Process and management of research-based development
    Research and development methods, data collection and data analysis
    Assessment as part of research-based development
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2
    Sufficient 1
    The student understands the differences and similarities between research-based development and academic research. The student is able to describe the different stages of the development process and choose methods suitable for their research/development topic. The student understands the significance of research ethics in research-based development.

    Satisfactory 2
    The student understands the differences and similarities between research-based development and academic research. The student describes the stages of the development process and chooses methods suitable for their development topic, and reflects on and assesses their suitability with the help of literature. The student understands the significance of research ethics in research-based development.
    Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4
    Good 3
    The student is able to compare the differences and similarities between research-based development and academic research. The student is able to analyse development processes, methods suitable for their development topic, and reflects on and assesses their suitability with the help of literature. The student understands the significance of research ethics in research-based development.

    Very good 4
    The student compares the similarities and differences between research-based development and academic research in a diverse way. The student describes the stages of the development process with justifications, applies methods suitable for their development topic, and reflects on and assesses their suitability critically and with the help of literature.The student understands the significance of research ethics in research-based development.
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    Excellent 5
    The student is able to critically assess research-based development. The student describes the stages of the development process with justifications, applies methods suitable for their development topic, and critically assesses their suitability for development work in the field. The student understands the significance of research ethics in research-based development.
    Further information
    The course can be studied by using studification combining study & work in accordance with the
    JAMK Degree regulation 17 § the guidelines for identifying and recognizing competence and the JAMK processes.
    Language of instruction

    English

    Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

    Individual learning tasks
    Small group work online
    Webinars
    Online Discussions
    Recorded online lectures, podcasts

    Lecturer(s)

    Sanna Sihvonen

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    Dodd, S-J. & Epstein, I. 2012. Practice-based research in social work: a guide for reluctant researchers. London; New York: Routledge.
    OR
    Bryman, A. 2012. Social research methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press cop.
    OR
    Burns, N. & Grove, S. K. 2001. The practice of nursing research. Conduct, Critique, and Utilization. 5th edition or the latest. Philadelphia : Elsevier/Saunders cop.
    OR
    Polit, D. F. & Beck, C.T. 2014. Essentials of nursing research: appraising evidence for nursing practice. Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins cop.
    OR
    Yin, R. K. 2018. Case study research and applications : design and methods. Los Angeles: Sage.

    Lecturer(s)

    Ben Waller, Sanna Sihvonen, Sanna Paasu-Hynynen

    Campus

    Lutakko Campus

    Timing

    01.08.2021 - 06.02.2022

    Learning assignments and student workload

    webinars 16 h
    - learning tasks 80 h
    - studying the course material 40 h
    Total 135 hours.

    Enrollment

    02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021

    Groups
    • YSP21S1
    Seats

    0 - 20

    Degree Programme

    Master's Degree Programme in Sport and Exercise Physiotherapy

    Mode of delivery

    Face-to-face, Online learning

    Share of virtual studies

    3 cr

    Credits
    • 5 cr
    Unit

    School of Health and Social Studies