Research Practices
Course Length
Compulsory or Choice
Level
Pre-requisites
Category
Course Overview
Stage 1 Research Practices is a 10-credit subject. In this subject, students explore a range of research approaches and skills, based on a topic of the students’ interest. They learn that different approaches to research are appropriate to different contexts and purposes. Students will explore at least one topic from each of the following areas of study:
• Exploring Research Approaches
• Exploring Research Skills.
Assessment
Through a variety of different assessments, students are required to:
1. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the purpose of research
2. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research approaches
3. develop specific research skills
4. consider the appropriateness, uses, and limitations of specific sources
5. interpret and analyse information and data.
Teacher Information
Research Practices Teacher
Pathways for Cross Curriculum (AIF, P2S and EIF)
Click a subject to view its pathway
