Methods for Research and Development Work (5 ECTS)

Objective

Learning outcomes
The student
- is familiar with the research process and the principles of development work based on research
- is familiar with information seeking and analysis methods applicable to development work as well as other work methods
- understands the justification for methods and instruments used in development work
- understands the significance of concise research knowledge to the development and implementation of common practices
- adheres to the ethical principles of research and development work

Content

Contents
Research process and development work based on research
Information seeking and critical reading
Qualitative and quantitative information seeking and analysis methods and their application to research and development work
Practice-based approach to development work
Concise research knowledge (e.g. recommendations) and its use in evidence-based practice
Ethical principles of research and development work

Location and time

Period 3. 10.1-11.3.2022
Orientation to the course: see OMA schedule.
Orientation and all lectures will be held via zoom (-links can be found in OMA schedule)
Student must confirm the participation on the course by attending the orientation (as per Degree regulation).
All assignments must be submitted by the given deadlines.
Exam: TBC on orientation

Materials

Course references and material: TBC on orientation

Teachers materials and assignments are protected under the copywright Act (Tekijänoikeuslaki) (404/61) Course assignments and materials are not allowed to be used for any other purpose that studying on the course. Distribution of any course material are allowed only with he permission of the course teachers.T

Teaching methods

The course contains:
- theory lectures
- independent and group assignments
- statistics workshops by Päivi Leskinen

Attendance is mandatory for all students
Moodle platform password will be provided on orientation

Course is taught in English

Module teachers:
Anna Partanen (anna-kaisa.partanen@metropolia.fi)
Päivi Leskinen Statistics (paivi.leskinen@metropolia.fi)

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

Orientation: see OMA schedule
Assignment deadlines: TBC on orientation
EXAM: see OMA schedule
Resits: as agreed on orientation with the course teacher

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

5 cr = 135 h student´s work

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Satisfactory (1–2)
The student
- is familiar with the knowledge base and core components of the profession
- can search for information from a variety of sources
- is able to work in various tasks in different operating environments - demonstrates that they have achieved the targeted core competence
- is familiar with the key safety procedures in the profession
- adheres to ethical principles
- shares their competence in teams or projects.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3–4)
The student
- uses the concepts and knowledge base of the field consistently
- seeks information and assesses information sources and uses them critically - applies the knowledge base of the field in professional tasks
- applies their professional skill in various professional tasks
- acts independently and responsibly in professional situations
- takes safety into consideration when planning activities
- adheres to the ethical principles of the profession
- works in a goal-driven way in working groups or projects

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5)
The student
- uses the concepts and knowledge base of the field in an expert way
- understands the justification for the use of information sources
- is able to justify activities using researched knowledge or studies - works in diverse and international tasks and work situations
- works in a client-centric and entrepreneurial way
- acts responsibly and with safety in mind
- is able to justify their activities with the ethical principles of the profession - organises and steers the activities of a team or project

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved/Failed
The student
- can search for knowledge resourcefully utilising professional sources and uses the knowledge base of the field
- is familiar with the knowledge base and core components of the profession
- demonstrates having adequate professional skills to work in the profession
- demonstrates that they have achieved the targeted core competence
- works in a client-centric way
- adheres to ethical principles
- shares their competence in teams or projects
- is able to evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses and development needs
- is familiar with the key safety procedures in the profession
- shares their competence in teams or projects.

Assessment methods and criteria

Course attendance in theory 80%
Assignments 100%
Exam: 1-5 /fail