Methods for Research and Development Work (5 cr)

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

Course commences with orientation which is of compulsory attendance for all
See the course timetable in OMA diary
Note that this course must be completed prior commencing thesis process

Materials

Course material will be confirmed on orientation

Teaching methods

Activating lectures (face to face and online lectures)
Flipped learning
Independent individual and pair/group assignments
Moodle

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

Course exam as per OMA diary (please check!)
Exam dates and resit dates will be confirmed on course orientation

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

Course is total of 5 credits, which equals 135hrs of student´s work.
Contact teaching 80% attendance, Information retrieval and article critiquing workshops 100% attendance

Content scheduling

-

Further information

Please note: attendance on information retrieval and article critiquing days is compulsory! This course must be completed before you may begin the thesis process

Writing assignments using AI is not allowed. AI can be used for brainstorming when planning written assignments, but it should not be used as a substitute for your own thinking and writing. If you use AI, its use must be described transparently. Failing to disclose the use of AI will be considered misconduct. When using AI, please familiarize yourself with the Metropolia guidelines for AI usage at Metropolia AI Guidelines and take responsibility for acting in accordance with these guidelines. https://opiskelija.oma.metropolia.fi/delegate/desktop_web_content_attachment/attachment/9923680

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

Exam: 0-5
More specific criteria for course evaluation will be provided on orientation/during the course