Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Research Methods and Digital Literacy
Course Code
LF_705
Branch of Science
Educational sciences
ECTS
4.00
Target Audience
Medical Services
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Līga Ēriksone
Structure Unit Manager
Dita Role
Structural Unit
RSU Liepāja Branch
Contacts
Liepaja, Riņķu iela 24/26, lf@rsu.lv, +371 63442118, +371 63442119, +371 63484632
About Study Course
Objective
To provide students with knowledge about digital literacy and the development of information technology. To get a general idea of medical information search possibilities, library resources, as well as to promote and deepen skills in searching for medical and health care information in online databases and open access medical information resources, in selecting, evaluating, processing and applying the obtained information in the process of creating study papers. To create an understanding of research terms, categories, research approaches and theories, as well as to be able to apply the acquired theoretical knowledge in practical work, engaging in research and projects in the field of healthcare and social welfare.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basic computer skills, knowledge of the national language and English. Information technologies. Knowledge of the masseur's work environment and work tasks.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.After successfully completing the requirements of the study course, students will have acquired knowledge that will allow them to recognize and evaluate high-quality, reliable, evaluated and scientific information resources. Students will demonstrate information search tools and resources, create an appropriate information search strategy and apply critical evaluation to the information found. Students will be able to recognize and describe the importance of research in the masseur profession, as well as be able to name and describe research principles, ethical aspects and regulatory legal acts. Will know and understand the importance of digital competence in the work environment. Students will be able to describe the types of research design and the cycle of research work. Will describe the research problem, topicality and basic research principles, as well as be able to identify the necessary tools for the research.
Skills
1.As a result of studying the study course, students will be able to work independently with electronic resources, apply advanced search skills in searching for electronic information. Will perform an in-depth search for information in e-books, online databases, PubMed database of world-cited journals, create precise search strategies and save the results. Students will improve their digital skills related to managing data, information and digital content. Students will know how to use digital technologies, create a personal profile in information resources, adjust their actions according to copyright and licenses, and also know how to find and cite authors for digital content. Will know how to acquire, create, edit, structure and analyze digital content. Will know how to adapt digital environment, devices and protect digital content. As a result of the study course, the student will be able to apply theoretical knowledge in practice, will be able to analyze research works, determine scientific categories, set a research goal and organize the course of the research, achieving the research result. Will use research methodology and terminology. Will be able to engage and participate in research.
Competences
1.Students, applying the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge, will be able to perform a qualitative, evaluated search for information. Will independently analyze information search opportunities and situations, as well as create an appropriate search strategy. Critically analyze the reliability and usefulness of the information found, its relevance to the topic and the specific situation, and create complete reference lists. Will be able to fit into the digital environment and prepare the necessary digital content materials for work. Will be able to constantly analyze scientific literature and conduct practical research.
Assessment
Individual work
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Work with educational literature, study materials, e-study environment. Familiarize yourself with RSU and LF documentation, which is binding for the development of the qualification work.
1. Using electronic resources, searches for research, scientific articles in databases on a predetermined topic and analyzes the research found according to the scheme (sample) posted in e-studies and creates a PowerPoint presentation. The used literature is designed according to the requirements.
2. Thought map and research topic formulation. Topic argumentation and current events.
3. Research design and research participants.
4. Development of a research instrument.
5. Research project application.
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Examination
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In order to successfully learn the content of the study course and prepare for the final exam of the study course, the student performs the following activities:
1. Attending lectures and actively participating in practical lessons, 100% completing independent work and homework (45%) provided for in them.
2. Regular and permanent study of the specified theoretical literature (5%).
3. Exam – defending the research project and research tool (skills to work with scientific literature, plan the course of the research, create an effective research tool) (50%).
At the end of the 1st semester: semester assessment; At the end of the 2nd semester: exam. Only those students who have successfully passed all course requirements and tests receive an exam grade. Exam grade – cumulative.
Assessment in the course is based on a 10-point system, according to RSU Study Regulations I.
Invitation to fill in the study course evaluation questionnaire.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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E resource repository. Plagiarism, copyright law and ethical norms of study works.
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Types of references and creating bibliographic references. EndNote referencing tool.
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Innovative information search methods. PubMed database: building search strategies, working with results and saving results.
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Digital competences and their importance in professional life. Digital technologies and digital content creation. Information resources in the digital library. The concept of information literacy and information seeking strategies
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
1.00
Contact hours:
8 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
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Functions of science, scientific research process, research concepts. Research project. Determination of the research problem, research objective, tasks. Ethical principles of research and their regulatory acts.
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Research progress and research review – research data collection, processing and description, interpretation. Conclusions. Analysis of scientific literature.
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Research strategy. Sampling and selection of research participants (respondents). Using the calculator to create a sample of respondents.
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Structure and development of research instruments. Use of ready-made tools, translation and adaptation process. Appropriateness of the instruments to the research strategy.
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Research tools.
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Mind map – structuring information, defining the research problem – context of the problem, scientific basis and practical application. Research purpose and tasks. Research hypothesis, research question.
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Aspects of methodology – truth of knowledge, validity, basic principles of strategy. Literature used in research, theoretical basis of the research.
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Research methods, research types (designs). Research stages.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Oral)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Autoru kolektīvs. Ievads pētniecībā: stratēģijas, dizaini, metodes. Raka, 2011. (akceptējams izdevums)
2.
Kristapsone S. Zinātniskā pētniecība studiju procesā. Raka, 2014
3.
Kroplijs A., Rašcevska M. 4. Kvalitatīvās pētniecības metodes sociālajās zinātnēs. Rīga, Raka, 2010. (akceptējams izdevums)
4.
Lasmanis A. Datu ieguves, apstrādes un analīzes metodes pedegoģijas un psiholoģijas pētījumos. 2002. (akceptējams izdevums)
5.
Medicīnas informācijas pamatu apgūšana elektroniskajos resursos. Mācību materiāls informācijpratībā. Spila D., Znotiņa I. Rīga: RSU, 2014
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Spila D. Pasaules medicīnas citējamo žurnālu datubāze PubMed un informācijas meklēšanas iespējas: Mācību materiāls informācijpratībā. Rīga: RSU, 2013. – 76 lpp.
7.
Mārtinsone K., Pipere A. Zinātniskā rakstīšana un pētījumu rezultātu izplatīšana.. Rīga: RSU, 2019
8.
Znotiņa I. Uz pierādījumiem balstītas medicīnas resursi - labāko pierādījumu meklēšana un izmantošana. Mācību materiāls informācijpratībā. Rīga: RSU, 2014
Additional Reading
1.
Creswell, John W. Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Method Approaches. Thousand Oaks, Calif.: Sage, 2018
2.
Thomas, D. and Hodges, I. Designing and Managing Your Research Project: Core Skills for Social and Health Researchers. London: Sage, 2010