COURSE OUTLINE

Course Professional Research Internship (2016-2017)

Code / Version RSCH74000 (100)

Total Hours 45

Credits 3

PreRequisite(s) RSCH73000 (100) Understanding Research

or RSCH73000 (101) Understanding Research
and STAT73100 (101) Applied Statistics
or STAT73100 (100) Applied Statistics
CoRequisite(s)

Course Description
Through a synthesis of knowledge, understanding, and experiences gathered throughout the program, students will conduct a culminating
research project. Over the course of the semester, students will sharpen their interest of study, identify the appropriate research design, and
carry out their project. Upon completion of the project, students will communicate their findings with the college and relevant community of
practices.

PLAR Eligible: No

Course Outcomes
Successful completion of this course will enable the student to:
1. Write a formal research proposal
2. Select an appropriate research design and methodology to carry out a social research project
3. Analyze data gathered through research
4. Interpret findings
5. Write a research report and communicate contributions with relevant community of practice
6. Write a clear and coherent report using correct grammar, mechanics, and documentation style appropriate for the defined purpose and
audience
7. Demonstrate interprofessional communication skills in classroom and community settings
8. Act in a manner consistent with professional ethical practice

Essential Employability Skills addressed in this course Taught Reinforced Assessed

n
Communication Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the X X
written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose
and meets the needs of the audience
n
Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a X
manner that ensures effective communication
n
Numeracy Execute mathematical operations accurately X X X
n
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Apply a systematic approach to solve problems X X X
n
Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve X X X
problems
n
Information Management Locate, select, organize, and document information using X X
appropriate technology and information systems
n
Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a X X
variety of sources
n
Interpersonal Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief X
systems, and contributions of others

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Essential Employability Skills addressed in this course Taught Reinforced Assessed

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Interpersonal Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that X X
contribute to effective working relationships and the
achievement of goals
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Personal Manage the use of time and other resources to complete X
projects
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Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and X
consequences

Unit Outcomes
Successful completion of the following units will enable the student to:
1.0 Introduction to social research project
1.1 Examine Social Research with reference to early learning community and/or community of practice
1.2 Discuss the significance of Social Research in the early learning community and/or relevant community of practice
1.3 Articulate steps in the research process relevant to Social Research project in the early learning community and/or community
of practice
1.4 Practice professional communication with the community as emerging researchers in the community
2.0 Development of Social Research Project
2.1 Refine research question in Social Research project applicable to the early learning community and/or community of practice
2.2 Examine relevant literature to the area of study identified in Social Research project
2.3 Synthesize relevant literature into a literature review that is applicable to research question in Social Research project
2.4 Investigate methodologies that would support answering identified research question applicable to Social Research project
2.5 Propose a research methodology that would attempt to answer the research question that has been selected to investigate in
Social Research project
2.6 Select an appropriate method to analyze data that will be gathered in the Social Research project
3.0 Ethical Conduct in Social Research
3.1 Identify pertinent ethical considerations when conducting Social Research in the community
3.2 Apply ethical considerations to specific area of interest for the proposed Social Research project in the community
3.3 Demonstrate ethical conduct while conducting Social Research project in the community
4.0 Conducting a Social Research Project
4.1 Compose a formal research proposal for the Social Research project
4.2 Gather appropriate data that attempts to answer the identified research question in the Social Research project
4.3 Analyze data to determine the findings of the Social Research project
4.4 Organize findings of research study to determine if research question was answered in the initial research proposal for the
Social Research project
5.0 Culminating Research Report
5.1 Revise original research proposal to explain the details of the Social Research project
5.2 Write a culminating research report to explain how the Social Research project that was executed in the community
5.3 Explain in further detail how the data was analyzed in the Social Research project
5.4 Articulate the findings of the Social Research project in a culminating research report
5.5 Propose recommendations derived from the findings of the Social Research project that are applicable to the early learning
community and/or community of practice

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6.0 Dissemination of Findings from Social Research Project

6.1 Identify the benefits of dissemination with relation to Social Research Projects in early learning community and/or community of
practice
6.2 Create a professional presentation to disseminate professional learning and/or engagement in the early learning community or
community
6.3 Present Social Research project to colleagues to disseminate Social Research project findings in a professional learning
community
6.4 Discuss feedback (SWOT Analysis) from the learning community about the recommendations derived from the Social
Research project

Required Student Resources

Community-Based Research Team Access Alliance, Switzer, S., & Adams, M. (January 2012). Community Based Research Toolkit:
Resources and Tools for Doing Research with Community for Social Change. Access Alliance.
Will be available on eConestoga
Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, & Social Sciences and Humanities
Research Council. (2014). Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (Dec. 2014).
http://www.pre.ethics.gc.ca/pdf/eng/tcps2-2014/TCPS_2_FINAL_Web.pdf.

Optional Student Resources

Creswell, J. W. (2014). Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research (5th ed.).
Pearson.
Neuman, W. L., & Robson, K. (2015). Basics of Social Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches (3rd ed.). Pearson.
Leedy, P. D., & Ormrod, J. E. (2014). Practical Research: Planning and Design (11th ed.). Pearson.

Evaluation

The minimum passing grade for this course is 60 (C).

In order to successfully complete this course, the student is required to meet the following evaluation criteria:

Research Proposal 30.00

Symposium 30.00

Culminating Research Project Report 40.00

100.00 %

Other

Conestoga College is committed to providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Please contact the
Accessibility Services Office.

Prepared By Taunya Wideman-Johnston

School Health & Life Sciences & Community Services

Date 2016-11-25 Conestoga ITAL

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