EDUC 7021 - Quantitative Approaches to Research
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code EDUC 7021 Course Quantitative Approaches to Research Coordinating Unit School of Education Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Two intensive blocks of 15 hours each plus structured online activities Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge EDUC 7065 Assessment Practical portfolio, Report 1, Report 2 Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Igusti Darmawan
Name Dr. I Gusti Ngurah Darmawan Location Room 831, Level 8, 10 Pulteney Street Telephone 8313 5788 Email igusti.darmawan@adelaide.edu.au Course Website Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
Intensive #1
Friday 23 February 2024 in Nexus10, 228, Computer Suite 9am - 5pm
Saturday 24 February 2023 in Nexus10, 228, Computer Suite 9am - 5pm
Intensive #2Friday 24 May 2024 in Nexus10, 228, Computer Suite 9am - 5pm
Saturday 25 May 2024 in Nexus10, 228, Computer Suite 9am - 5pm -
Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Foster students’ understanding of the researcher’s work (model) 2 Introduce students to procedures for collecting and storing of data in educational research 3 Introduce students to procedures for analysis of multivariate and multilevel data 4 Promote students’ competence and confidence in using computer based procedures for the data analysis 5 Develop students’ ability to understand and master the handling of data and employ proper analyses 6 Develop students’ understanding of output derived from statistical procedures and to converting such output to understandable statements in English 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
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Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
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Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
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6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
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4 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
No Specific text book is required.Recommended Resources
Keeves, J.P. (ed.) (1997) Educational Research, Methodology, and Measurement: An International Handbook. (2nd Edn) Oxford: Pergamon
Hair, J.F., Black, W.C., Babin, B.J., and Anderson, R.E. (2018) Multivariate Data Analysis: Pearson New International Edition (8th edition), England: United Kingdom, CENGAGEOnline Learning
Each week, the instructor will assign readings of selected chapters from statistic textbooks, which will be made available online via MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
A balance between ‘student centred’ and ‘teacher centred’ approaches to learning with emphasis on fostering an engaging learning pedagogy will be used in this course. Lectures will be supported by discussions and problem-solving practicals using statistical programs which will require active participation from students.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Contact time : 30 hours
Non-contact time : 100 hours (readings, home works, and assignments)Learning Activities Summary
Please note Intensive 1 will be held on Friday 28 February 2020 and Saturday 29 February 2020 9 am - 5 pm.
Class Day Topic Practical 1 Day1: Session 1 Introduction to Multivariate and Multilevel Analysis
Correlational Procedures in Data AnalysisAggregation and disaggregation effects on Descriptive Statistics and Correlation coefficients 2 Day1 : Session 2 Handling of missing values SPSS:
Single Imputation
Multiple Imputation3 Day 1: Session 3 Least Square Analysis vs Maximum Likelihood
The use of AMOSIntroduction to AMOS
SPSS: Regression
AMOS: Regression4 Day 2: Session 1 Cluster Analysis SPSS: Cluster Analysis 5 Day 2: Session 2 Exploratory Factor Analysis SPSS EFA 6 Day 2: Session 3 Confirmatory Factor Analysis AMOS: CFA 7 Day 3: Session 1 Path Analysis 1 SPSS: Path Analysis 8 Day 3: Session 2 Path Analysis 2 AMOS: Path Analysis 9 Day 3: Session 3 Structural Equation Modelling AMOS: SEM 10 Day 4: Session 1 Hierarchical Linear Modelling 1 HLM 11 Day 4: Session 2 Hierarchical Linear Modelling 2 HLM 12 Day 4: Session 3 Growth Modelling HLM Specific Course Requirements
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Assessment
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Assessment Summary
Assignment 1 : Practical portfolio
Type : Formative and Summative (Individual)
Due Date : The following session
Weighting : 20%
Learning objectives : 1, 2, 4, 6
Assignment 2 : Report 1
Type : Summative (Individual)
Due Date : After Intensive 1
Weighting : 40%
Learning objectives : 1, 3, 5, 6
Assignment 3 : Report 2
Type : Summative (Individual)
Due Date : After Intensive 2
Weighting : 40%
Learning objectives : 1, 3, 5, 6Assessment Detail
Assessment 1: Practical Portfolio
Students are required to show competence in working with multivariate and multilevel data. There will be hands-on activities every week, and students are required to submit their works by the beginning of the next class.
Assignments 2 and 3: Reports 2 and 3
You are required to show competence in analysing data using at least two data analysis procedures. You can use your own dataset or one of those made available in the course, or with special permission, a dataset of your choosing. You will need to:
• Formulate one or more research questions to address
• Specify hypotheses that you will test empirically
• Identify statistical methods appropriate for your data and analysis
• Conduct the analyses
• Interpret the results of your statistical analyses in terms of the research questions and hypotheses you defined at the onset of the study.Submission
- Students must retain a copy of all assignments submitted.
- All individual assignments must be attached to an Assignment Cover Sheet which must be signed and dated by the student before submission.
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- Markers can refuse to accept assignments which do not have a signed acknowledgement of the 最新糖心Vlog’s policy on plagiarism (refer to policy on plagiarism above).
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Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
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