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Study Course Description

Bachelors or Diploma Thesis

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_302
Branch of Science
Health sciences
ECTS
14.00
Target Audience
Pedagogy; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Structure Unit Manager
Structural Unit
Academy of Sports
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Rīga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

To deepen the competences of the future sports teacher – theoretical knowledge and skills, to apply them in the activity of sports teacher; to facilitate the development of the intellectual potential of the future sports teacher, developing independent assessment and scientific research skills.

Preliminary Knowledge

Knowledge of the basic principles of scientific research methodology and research ethics, skills to formulate a research problem, objective, tasks and research questions or hypotheses, skills to select, critically analyse and correctly quote scientific literature in accordance with the requirements of academic writing, skills to select and justify data collection and analysis methods relevant to the research design, skills to interpret the results obtained, draw reasoned conclusions and formulate recommendations, competence to independently plan, organise and implement research work in compliance with the principles of academic integrity, research ethics and data protection, competence to prepare scientific work in accordance with methodological requirements and to present research results in public.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Understands research theories, methodology and current research trends in the field of pedagogy, sports and health education.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Bachelor’s thesis I: establishment of a Bachelor’s thesis topic research plan and assessment of theoretical problems

2.Be familiar with qualitative and quantitative research methods, principles for planning the learning process and approaches to evaluating pupil learning performance.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Bachelor’s thesis II: developing a study methodology and conducting a study

Skills

1.Select a topical research topic in pedagogy, sports and health education, select and apply qualitative and quantitative research methods in accordance with the purpose of the research.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Bachelor’s thesis I: establishment of a Bachelor’s thesis topic research plan and assessment of theoretical problems

2.Collect, analyse, interpret and reasonably present the results of the study, formulating conclusions and recommendations, reflecting new comprehensive information obtained during the course of the study.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Bachelor’s thesis III: preparation of a description of research results obtained by Bachelor’s thesis and defence of Bachelor’s thesis

3.Plan and organise lessons and out-of-hours physical activity classes, develop criteria and parameters for evaluating student learning achievements.

Individual work and tests

Examination

Competences

1.Independently carry out and critically evaluate pedagogical research in the field of sports and health education and/or in the field of national defence training, using the results obtained for the improvement of the learning process, for the taking of professional decisions and for the purposeful development of their professional competence.

Individual work and tests

Examination

2.Study and critically analyse the relevance of teaching aids, the learning process and the teacher’s activities to the needs of learners and educational objectives.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Bachelor’s thesis II: developing a study methodology and conducting a study

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Bachelor’s thesis I: establishment of a Bachelor’s thesis topic research plan and assessment of theoretical problems

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Test

Job description:

The student independently, in consultation with the work supervisor, chooses the subject of the Bachelor’s thesis, develops the research plan and presents, summarises and analyses scientific literature and regulatory documents regarding the selected subject. During the course of the work, a theoretical evaluation of the chosen topic is performed, analysing the pedagogical, didactic, psychological and physiological anatomical aspects, substantiated topic topicality and formulated research problem.

Fulfilment conditions:

  • select and justify the subject of the Bachelor’s thesis;
  • develop, co-ordinate with the work supervisor and present a Bachelor’s thesis plan;
  • formulate the relevance, problem, study boundaries, purpose, objectives and methods of the study;
  • select, analyse and critically evaluate scientific literature and regulatory documents;
  • prepare an analytical report of the theoretical part of the Bachelor’s thesis.

Evaluation criteria:

  • the relevance of the selected topic and the justification for the problem;
  • the logic and structure of the content of the Bachelor’s thesis plan;
  • structure of presentation of Bachelor’s thesis plan, quality of visual materials, answers to questions;
  • the quality and depth of analysis of the selection of scientific literature and normative documents;
  • the quality and reasoning of the theoretical analysis;
  • observance of methodological instructions in the development of Bachelor’s thesis and quotation requirements.

Rating scale: a

developed and approved Bachelor’s thesis plan has been credited, a justified topic topics have been updated, a qualitative analysis of scientific literature and normative documents has been performed.

2.

Bachelor’s thesis II: developing a study methodology and conducting a study

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Test

Job description:

The student shall develop the research methodology according to the chosen topic, select and justify research methods, prepare research instruments, prepare documents and submit the research to the Ethics Committee for the receipt of the “consent decision to implement the research” and perform the empirical research at the Placement base.

Fulfilment conditions:

  • develop a study methodology;
  • select and justify methods of data acquisition and analysis;
  • prepare research tools (questionnaires, interviews, observation protocols, tests, control exercises, etc.);
  • prepare documents and submit the study to the Ethics Committee for the purpose of
  • organising and conducting an empirical research practice base for a “consent decision to implement the study”;
  • aggregates the findings for further analysis.

Evaluation criteria:

  • compliance of the methodology with the purpose and objectives of the study;
  • justification for the choice of study methods;
  • quality of research instruments;
  • quality of the organisation of the study and respect for the ethics of the research;
  • accuracy of the collection of the resulting data.

Rating scale: The methodology credited

is a qualitatively developed, respected research ethic, the study was carried out according to the plan and the findings were correctly summarised.

3.

Bachelor’s thesis III: preparation of a description of research results obtained by Bachelor’s thesis and defence of Bachelor’s thesis

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10 points

Students’ independent learning is organised individually. Students independently, in consultation with the Bachelor’s paper supervisor, develop a plan for the topic the qualification paper and research plans, study scientific literature related to the topics of the Bachelor’s paper and perform its analysis. 1. To perform theoretical (pedagogical didactic, psychological and physiological anatomical) assessment of the problem of the selected topic. 2. To independently develop research methodology on the chosen topic and create a research, in accordance with CM Regulations on general secondary education and basic education. 3. To present and discuss with arguments on the reflected results of the Bachelor’s paper. Creation of a Bachelor’s paper plan. Analytical information on the highlights of the selected topic and a description of the problems. (Bachelor’s thesis I) Development of the research methodology. Compilation and description of research methods (Bachelor’s paper II) Conducting research at the placement base. (Bachelor’s thesis II) The research result obtained is described in the draft. (Bachelor’s thesis III) Preparation of the Bachelor’s thesis according to requirements and defence. (Bachelor’s thesis III)

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Examination

-
10 points

Content of the examination: The

content of the final examination of the study course consists of the process of drawing up the Bachelor’s or diploma’s thesis and public defence, which is implemented in three successive stages.

Bachelor’s thesis I/Diploma thesis I: The content of the

examination shall include:

  • justification of the topicality of the selected topic;
  • formulation of the research problem;
  • the development of a work target, tasks and plan;
  • selection, analysis and critical evaluation of scientific literature, regulatory documents and other sources of information;
  • assessment of theoretical problems according to the topic of the work.

Bachelor’s thesis II/Diploma thesis II: The content of the

examination shall include the development and practical implementation of the study methodology:

  • the development and justification of the study methodology;
  • the choice and description of research methods;
  • development of data acquisition tools (surveys, interviews, tests, control exercises, observation protocols, etc.);
  • performance of empirical research or implementation of pedagogical activity according to the topic of work;
  • in the case of the development of a diploma paper - the development of lesson plans for sports and health training or national protection training and the establishment of criteria for the assessment of pupil learning achievements in accordance with the laws and regulations in force regarding general basic and secondary education.

Bachelor’s thesis III/Diploma thesis III: Preparation and defence of the work

The content of the examination shall include:

  • the collection, analysis and interpretation of the results obtained;
  • formulation of conclusions and proposals;
  • drawing up of work in accordance with the methodological requirements of the institution of higher education;
  • a public presentation of the work;
  • a reasoned discussion and answers to questions from the National examination Commission.

The State examination Commission shall evaluate the conformity of the submitted Bachelor’s or Diploma Paper with the study results of the study programme and the requirements of professional qualification, as well as take a decision regarding the granting of a professional degree.

The assessment of the test shall be carried out on a 10-point scale, with a complex evaluation of:

  • the extent and quality of the knowledge acquired;
  • research and professional skills and competences;
  • ability to independently analyse, interpret and substantiate the results obtained;
  • the quality of academic writing and the conformity of the work with the methodological requirements;
  • attitudes towards the principles of research and academic integrity;
  • quality of the job presentation and defence skills.

The score is determined according to a 10-point grading scale, where 4-10 points is a successful score and 1-3 points is a failure. The assessment shall be subject to a complex evaluation of all the above criteria and shall be notified on the day of the defence of the work.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

3. Academic integrity in sports education research
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Research ethics in the development of bachelor’s and diploma papers
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
10 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 4
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
1

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
1

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
1

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 5
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
5.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Bachelor’s thesis)
PART-TIME
Part 1
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Methodical instructions for the implementation of a Bachelor’s/Diploma paper
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Defence of the topic of the Bachelor’s/Diploma paper. (with paper supervisor – PS)
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

3. Academic integrity in sports education research
Research ethics in the development of bachelor’s and diploma papers
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Research ethics in the development of bachelor’s and diploma papers
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 4
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 5
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 6
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
4.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Bachelor’s thesis)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2023). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.(Part 1- Part 2)Suitable for English stream

2.

Geske, A., & Grīnfelds, A. (2020). Izglītības pētījumu aptaujas: No izveidošanas līdz datu apstrādei. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds (7.-125.)

3.

Mārtinsone, K., Pipere, A., Daiga, K., Ivans Jānis, M., Mihailovs, I., Vija, S., Sīle, V., Vents, S., Maija, Z., Olsena, S., & Kristapsone, S. (2011). Ievads pētniecībā: stratēģijas, dizaini, metodes. RaKa. (14.-243.)

4.

Jansone, R., Fernāte, A., & Bula-Biteniece, I. (2016). Sporta pedagoģijas vakar šodien rīt. Rīga, RaKa, (293.-415.)

Additional Reading

1.

Špona, A., Čehlova, Z. (2004). Pētniecība pedagoģijā. R.: RaKa (7.-100.) (akceptējams izdevums)

2.

Lavin, J. (2008). Creative Approaches to Physical Education: Helping Children to Achieve Their True Potential. Routledge, (1.-12.)Suitable for English stream

3.

Izglītības un zinātnes ministrijas vietne.

4.

Valsts izglītības satura centra vietne

5.

Projekta “Skola2030” vietne

6.

Laikraksts „Izglītība un Kultūra”

7.

Žurnāls „Skolotājs”.

8.

“Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy”Suitable for English stream

Other Information Sources

1.

Saskaņā ar patstāvīgo darbu uzdevumiem darbs datu bāzēs: PROQUEST EBRARY - Ebook Central THOMSON REUTERS - Web of Science SCOPUS - Bibliographic database SCIENCE DIRECT - World's largest electronic collection of science, technology and medicineSuitable for English stream

2.

Noteikumi par valsts vispārējās vidējās izglītības standartu un vispārējās vidējās izglītības programmu paraugiem. Ministru kabineta 2019.gada 3.septembra noteikumi Nr.416 (stājas spēkā 2020.gada 1.septembrī)Suitable for English stream

3.

Noteikumi par valsts pamatizglītības standartu un pamatizglītības programmu paraugiem. Ministru kabineta 2018.gada 27.novembra noteikumi Nr.747 (stājas spēkā 2020.gada 1.septembrī)Suitable for English stream