Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Nursing and Advanced Practice

Learning Methods

Lecture

Seminar

Tutorial

Module Offerings

6020SWA-JAN-CTY

Aims

To explore, in-depth, a topic of interest and relevance to contemporary social work policy and practice utilising an empirical or literature based approach. Seminars will deal with emerging issues related to methodology, data analysis and the relationship to professional practice

Learning Outcomes

1.
Conduct research in an area of social work practice
2.
Critically analyse appropriate data or evidence-based information
3.
Communicate findings using agreed standards of convention

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Searching for literature refresher session / Using EndNote / Developing a literature review. Writing a systematised literature review / research paper Seminars: Developing / piloting Questionnaires and interview questions Learning from others: Researchers / social worker / past students share their research experiences Being a research informed practitioner Being pragmatic and getting creative: visual and participatory methods for social work research Quantitative analysis for social workers Qualitative analysis for social workers critically reflecting on research processes. Guidance for writing up / portfolio
Module Overview:
To explore, in-depth, a topic of interest and relevance to contemporary social work policy and practice utilising an empirical or literature based approach.
Additional Information:This module aligns with the following Social Work England Professional Standards: 3 Be accountable for the quality of my practice and the decisions I make (3.1. 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5) 4 Maintain my continuing professional development (4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8) The Module also aligns with the following Apprenticeship Standards for social work: Knowledge: • Understand the value of research and analysis and be able to evaluate evidence to inform practice • How to update knowledge to ensure evidence informed practice • The importance of maintaining, and the limits of, confidentiality Skills: • Use a range of research methodologies to inform your practice • Gather, analyse, critically evaluate and use research information and knowledge in your practice to develop an understanding of the individual’s situation • Keep your skills, knowledge and ongoing professional development up to date • Use a range of research methodologies to inform your practice • Exercise professional curiosity • Present reports in formal settings • Ensure professional ethical standards are developed, maintained and promoted

Assessments

Essay

Portfolio