ODONT 6017OL - Research Methods and Ethics
Online - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ODONT 6017OL Course Research Methods and Ethics Coordinating Unit Dental Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Supervision as required Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Restrictions Available to Grad Dip Forensic Odontology students only Assessment Participation in seminar, evaluation and written critique of given scientific paper Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Denice Higgins
Director and Senior Specialist Odontologist
Forensic Odontology Unit/ Adelaide Dental School
Helen Mayo South, North Terrace Campus
Phone: 8313 6292Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1 Be able to demonstrate knowledge of research literacy 2 Be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of basic research methods 3 Be able to explain the significant risks and ethical issues raised by the conduct of research 4 Be able to identify appropriate techniques underlying different research approaches 5 Be able to understand and apply the fundamental principles of the research process as they apply to answering research questions in dentistry 6 Be able to critically evaluate scientific research and literature and techniques to inform evidence based specialist research and practice 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
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.
1 - 6 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
4, 5, 6 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1 - 3 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1 - 6 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3, 5, 6 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
Details will be made available in MyUni.
Recommended Resources
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Online Learning
Learning modules and formative multiple choice true false quizzes will be made available through MyUni.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Participation in online seminar program
Attend ethics workshops
Evaluation and written critique of scientific paper
Presentation of research proposal
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Online lectures: 12 x 3 hour sessions
Assignments: 30 hours
Research Proposal: 24 hours
Reading/Other Study: 48 hoursLearning Activities Summary
Online seminars and quizzes
Interactive Blackboard group discussionsSpecific Course Requirements
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Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
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Assessment Summary
Online modules and quizzes
Written proposal
Written critiqueAssessment Detail
To achieve a pass in this course, you must
• Complete each Module and the short quiz. All quizzes must be completed accurately for a
pass to be achieved. Multiple attempts at each quiz are allowed.
• Evaluate and provide a written critique of a scientific paper – this will be 40% of your
assessment. This will be in the form of an essay of no more than 2000 words.
• Create and present a research proposal – this will be 60% of your assessment. This will be
undertaken with appropriate guidance from your Supervisor(s) and will utilise the learning
from the RME seminars. The proposal will be a maximum of 3000 words (excluding
references). The presentation will be 15minutes with 5 minutes for questions.
Submission
Essays will be submitted through the My Uni portal
Course Grading
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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