Research-based Development (5cr)

Objectives

Purpose of the course The purpose of this course is to understand the meaning of research-based development and to get one's own toolkit for development activities Competences: Ethics Proactive development Learning to learn Learning outcomes After completing this course, you will understand the difference between scientific research and research-based development. You understand the principles of research-based development and its methodological starting points. You know the process of research-based development. You master and are able to apply some working life development methods in development activities at your field of practice. You understand the importance of research ethics and good scientific practice in research-based development.

Content

The starting points and methodology of research-based development Research ethics and the responsible conduct of research Process and management of research-based development Research and development methods, data collection and data analysis Assessment as part of research-based development

Assessment criteria, pass/fail

You are able to compare the differences and similarities between research-based development and academic research. You are able to analyse development processes and methods suitable for your development topic, and reflect on and assess their suitability with the help of literature. You understand the significance of research ethics in research-based development. You can develop a topic proposal for your thesis.

Further information

The course can be studied by using studification combiningn study & work in accordance with the JAMK Degree regulation 17 § the guidelines for identifying and recognizing competence and the JAMK processes.