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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN T.O. Course Sheet Academic Year of enrolment:
Disciplinary Sector:
Neuropsychiatric and Rehabilitation Nursing
Professor and Collaborators:
Hours of classroom activity:
Prerequisites:
Practical internship experience in the field of Occupational Therapy.
Objectives Contents The course will cover the main methodological approaches to conducting a research project in the field of Occupational Therapy. In particular, the differences between qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods will be discussed with discussion and evaluation of case studies. How basic and clinical research is conducted from review of the literature, formulation of the experimental question, study design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication of results will be addressed. Issues concerning ethical aspects in research will also be discussed.
Extended Syllabus 1) Course information. Mode of conduct and verification. Objectivist and constructivist approaches. Deductive and inductive research.
Recommended Bibliography Powerpoint slides discussed during the lectures. Research and review articles from “The American Journal of Occupational Therapy – AOTA”
Teaching Methods The course consists of 10 hours of frontal teaching, divided into 5 lessons of 2 hours.
Evaluation methods Verification of learning:
The learning assessment consists of the development of a research project proposal based on the information provided during the course. The written project (max 2 pages) will be presented and discussed by the students during the exam session. The ability to organize and communicate clearly, effectively, and critically the knowledge gained using appropriate scientific language will also be assessed. Results are based on a 30-point scale.
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