This course requires yearlong practical application of research skills learned at Level 1 of study. In Semester 1, it will build on the generic skills in social research acquired at Level I by introducing students to methods in Participatory Action Research (PAR) which are specific to working with various age groups of youth. Students will pay attention to ethical issues related to working with child participants (under 18 years old) and youth with special needs. It will also reinforce the statistical methods learnt at Level I. Students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in research design and proposal writing. They will begin a literature review and preparation of methodology for their youth research project. In Semester 2 students will focus on data collection, analysis and reporting of their findings which will be compiled in a final year research report.
Competencies:
YDWCYP0634: Manage research projects
YDWCYP0343: Promote equality of opportunity, participation and responsibility
