Method or madness? The path to successful undergraduate research

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Method or madness? The path to successful undergraduate research

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Whitireia Community Polytechnic

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This paper discusses the process undertaken to guide and support third year Diploma of Teaching (ECE) students through small research projects carried out during a practicum placement. From setting and defining their own topics, ethical considerations and data collection and analysis, students develop a sound understanding of research skills and processes. The structure and support systems provided have ensured that students and their practicum centres find the studies useful and relevant. A ...

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Research paper

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Conference item

Date created

2010-01-11

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Patrick, Rachel

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https://www.digitalnz.org/records/21132576

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early childhood education / research projects / practicums / critical thinking / grounded theory / 13 - Education

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