This module explores the philosophical underpinnings and design strategies crucial for conducting meaningful research in health professions education. It introduces various research paradigms, effective research question formulation, and comprehensive design approaches to ensure robust and impactful research outcomes.
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Research Paradigms
Introduce the foundational philosophies and worldviews that underpin research methodology in HPE.
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Research Questions
Guidance on formulating strong, researchable questions that drive impactful studies.
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Research Approach and Design
Detailed insights into selecting and defending your methodological choices for robust research designs.
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Theory
Discuss the role of theories, theoretical frameworks, and conceptual frameworks in structuring and informing HPE research.
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Congruence/Alignment
Understand the importance of aligning your research questions, methods, and theoretical frameworks to enhance research efficacy.