IA5003:04
Research and Development for Self-Determination
Townsville
Flexible delivery, plus compulsory five-day block. Second semester.
Available to students undertaking the Postgraduate Certificate, the Postgraduate Diploma or the Master of Indigenous Studies, or other postgraduate students.
Staff: Dr S McGinty.
This subject provides a detailed study of procedures required for conducting research into Indigenous communities by focussing on procedural issues raised within the School’s Research Ethics Guideline Document (draft) and other relevant documents. It addresses the issues of conduct and behaviour, consultation stages, culturally appropriate research material and dissemination and application of outcomes. Students will be expected to design a research project, given guidelines.
Learning Objectives:
- knowledge and understanding of acceptable protocols in the respective communities being researched;
- the ability to deal with sensitive political issues relating to research in Indigenous communities;
- skills to identify and respect Indigenous people’s expectations with respect to the conduct and behaviour in Indigenous communities;
- a responsive and positive attitude towards Indigenous people’s interests and concerns.
Assessment by attendance and completion of minor assignments at five-day block (30%); major assignment (70%).
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