James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2006

IA4012 - Interpreting Research

Credit points: 06
Year: 2006
Student Contribution Band: Band 1
Administered by:

Available to students with a Bachelor of Indigenous Studies degree or equivalent, or by permission of Head of School

This subject focuses on the analysis and interpretation of data collected qualitatively. It takes into account theories that assist in the construction of meaning for data from Indigenous contexts. Students are taught to systematically code and create themes from data sources such as interviews, focus groups and document analysis. They are also shown how to write qualitatively in an analytical style. For this subject there is a compulsory two-day seminar on campus. Students will also be introduced to issues through online learning including the discussion board, e-mail and online reading materials. Therefore it is essential that students have access to the World Wide Web to complete this subject, students who do not have access to the internet should notify the subject coordinator.

Learning Outcomes

Graduate Qualities

Prerequisites:Admission to honours - Must have the approval of Head of School
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
IA5012

Availabilities

, , Study Period 2
Census Date 08-Sep-2006
Face to face teaching (Consult School for on-campus attendance requirements)
Coord/Lect: Assoc. Professor Felecia Watkin.
Assessment: (30%); (70%).

, , Study Period 2
Census Date 08-Sep-2006
Face to face teaching (Consult School for on-campus attendance requirements)
Coordinator: jc146178
Lecturer: Assoc. Professor Felecia Watkin.
Contact hours:
  • 14 hours - For this subject there is a compulsory two-day seminar on campus
    Assessment: (20%); (50%); (30%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.