PRL4061 Dissertation Module Overview and Key Dates by Christina Donovan

09.04.2024 Introduction to Module and Assessment

c_donovan1610 — 2024-01-25 12:59:03 UTC

In this session we demystify the process of putting together your dissertation, and to meet the expectations for masters-level assessment. We will discuss

Intro to module and assessment
Look at exemplars and peer review
Planning out your project

16.04.24 Ethics workshop

c_donovan1610 — 2024-01-25 13:01:26 UTC

In this session we will go through the practical aspects of applying for ethical approval. Key topics include:

Identify ethical challenges in our research proposals
The application process
Writing your ethics applications

23.04.2024 Working with your supervisor

c_donovan1610 — 2024-01-25 13:02:23 UTC

Your dissertation is a project that you undertake independently, with the support of your supervisor. In this session we will look at:

The supervisor relationship
How to use your supervision meetings effectively
Have a first meeting with your supervisor and complete a training needs analysis

08.05.24 Ethics applications deadline

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 11:07:08 UTC

Please make sure you have had at least one meeting with your supervisor before submitting for ethical approval. If are collecting empirical data, please make this a priority so you can maximise the time available to carry out the project.

19.08.24 Submit your draft article for Peer Review

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 11:24:36 UTC

This is an opportunity to submit the final draft of your research article to be reviewed by your peers, and gain some useful feedback for the development of your work prior to submission.

19.04.24 REAP Ethics Advisory Panel

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 11:34:23 UTC

12pm- 1pm FoEP0.13

Chaired my Dr Francis Farrell, you can take all of your questions about the ethical approval process and specific considerations around your research project to this meeting for further advice and guidance prior to submitting your application for approval.

26.06.24 - 28.06.24 ACRE Conference, Edge Hill University

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 11:40:36 UTC

Our annual research conference at Edge Hill brings together academics and postgraduate researchers from across the country and beyond to present and talk about their research. As a student at Edge Hill, attendance is free. This is a great opportunity for you to learn from other researchers about the process of conducting research and sharing your findings with an audience. You can register on the following link: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/event/acre-conference-2024/

21.05.24 Writing for Publication Workshop

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 11:51:22 UTC

In this session, we will look at the process of selecting a suitable journal and the process of submitting a journal article. Dr David Allan, Editor-in-Chief of PRISM Journal will join us to demystify the process and tell you what editorial teams look for in a quality research article.

27.09.24 @ 4pm Dissertation deadline (Research article and summary)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 13:27:17 UTC

Please follow instructions for how to submit on the MA Education 2023 Programme Page on Blackboard

30.04.24 Shut Up and Write

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 13:34:00 UTC

Come in for a shut up and write session. This is a dedicated space to come and get writing done alongside your peers, and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Assessment Information Video

2024-04-04 14:07:14 UTC

All you need to know about the assessment - now available in the assessment information folder.

Presenting your findings to a target audience (interactive pinboard)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 14:29:42 UTC

Please use this resource to develop your ideas for your summary: https://padlet.com/c_donovan1610/PRL4061_Summary

18.06.24 Shut Up and Write

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-04 14:31:03 UTC

Come in for a shut up and write session. This is a dedicated space to come and get writing done alongside your peers, and have the opportunity to ask questions.

20.08.24 Peer Review Session (1pm - 4pm FoEP 0.15)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-11 15:14:44 UTC

In this session we will revisit the assessment criteria for the module, and you will have a go at applying it to your peer review of others' articles (deadline 19.08.24)

30.07.24 Shut Up and Write (1pm - 4pm FoEP 0.14)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-04-11 15:15:53 UTC

Come in for a shut up and write session. This is a dedicated space to come and get writing done alongside your peers, and have the opportunity to ask questions.

16.07.24 Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis 1pm - 4pm (FoEP 0.16)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-06-25 13:09:17 UTC

This session is intended for those who are collecting qualitative data, and is designed to support students to navigate those initial stages of unpacking, organising and presenting data in research

02.07.24 Shut Up and Write

c_donovan1610 — 2024-06-25 13:14:41 UTC

Come in for a shut up and write session. This is a dedicated space to come and get writing done alongside your peers, and have the opportunity to ask questions.

06.08.24 Working with Theory (1pm - 3pm FoEP 0.14)

c_donovan1610 — 2024-07-24 12:50:16 UTC

In this session, Dr Sean Henry will join us to think about the contribution theory makes to research. He will also offer some advice on developing a theoretical framework for your own research projects.