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Brief Description
This module will provide an overview of some of the many of the participatory methods available to academic/partner research teams for accomplishing these goals. Particular focus will be placed on collaborative design, community needs assessment, data gathering and various methods of participatory analysis.
This module can be useful to those who must undertake their research projects in meaningful partnership with non-academic stakeholders, particularly with community members, community organisations, patients, patient organisations, and other relevant members of the public.
On successful completion of this module, students will:
- Describe and implement a range of participatory and PLA research methods
- Choose an appropriate design for their own participatory research project
- Choose and use appropriate methods
- Incorporating appropriate stakeholders in stages of data collection, analysis, interpretation and dissemination
- Gain confidence in co-designing research protocols with non-academic research partners.
- Demonstrate and understanding of the value of community-led knowledge creation
- Empower non-academic stakeholders to co-lead the research process
Assessment
In-class formative and summative assessment in the form of quizzes and final written assignment
Student Weekly Time Commitment
5 hours
Applicants must normally have a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant or appropriate subject, or equivalent prior learning that is recognised by the University as meeting this requirement. Applicants must also satisfy the English Language Requirements of the University.
Entry requirements are established to ensure the learner can engage with the course material and assessments, at a level suitable to their needs, and the academic requirements of the module. By applying to this micro-credential, you are confirming that you have reviewed and understand any such requirements, and that you meet the eligibility criteria for admission.
Successful completion of this module does not automatically qualify you for entry into a further award. All programme applicants must meet the entry requirements listed if applying for a further award.
€800 EU €1,200 Non EU
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