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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Research Concepts In Sport Coaching
Reference HS3119 Version 2
Created April 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 9
Approved February 2018 SCQF Points 30
Amended June 2021 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to critically appraise sport coaching evidence and analyse data using both qualitative and quantitative means.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Apply a systematic approach to critical analysis and evaluation of qualitative literature.
2 Apply a systematic approach to critical analysis and evaluation of quantitative literature.
3 Justify appropriate data analysis methods based upon the data and research design context.
4 Present and critically discuss qualitative data.
5 Present and interpret quantitative data.

Indicative Module Content
Introduction to scientific methods; Qualitative and quantitative research design; Use of critical appraisal tools to systematically evaluate research; Role of research and its application; Qualitative paradigms; Thematic analysis; Interviews; Focus groups; Observation; Descriptive and inferential statistics including parametric and non-parametric tests; Use of SPSS to conduct statistical operations.

Module Delivery
Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include – Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials, Workshops and Journal Clubs.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 65 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 235 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 4
Description: Written Coursework - Qualitative Essay
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 50% Outcomes Assessed: 2, 3, 5
Description: Written Coursework - Quantitative Essay

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Overall module grade is based on the grades awarded in the two components as follows:
Coursework:
Coursework: A B C D E F NS
A A A B C E E
B A B B C E E
C B B C C E F
D C C C D E F
E E E E E E F
F E E F F F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 THOMAS, J.R. NELSON, J.K. AND SILVERMAN, S.J., 2015. Research methods in physical activity. 7th ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
2 PALLANT, J., 2020. SPSS survival manual: A step by step guide to data analysis using IBM SPSS. 7th ed. London: Open University Press.
3 BAZELEY, P., 2020. Qualitative data analysis: Practical strategies. 3rd ed. London: Sage.
4 O'DONOGHUE, P., 2012. Statistics for sport and exercise studies: An introduction. London: Routledge.


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