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1. Construct a robust clinical research question
2. Carry out a preliminary literature search using UCD library resources
3. Critically appraise a piece of primary research, considering its applicability to their practice as a nurse or midwife.
4. Evaluate the role of evidence-based practice to the professions of Nursing and Midwifery
A blended approach to content delivery and student-led learning activities will be adopted across four scaffolded learning unite
Thinking about evidence
Searching and Finding
Critically Appraising Research
Application of Evidence in Practice
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 10 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 115 |
Total | 125 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Construct a clinical research question in an area aligned to Nursing/Midwifery using a PICO/PECO/PST framework | Unspecified | n/a | Pass/Fail Grade Scale | No | 10 |
Assignment: Provide a critical commentary (either written or poster with accompanying audio) on one chosen primary research paper (either qualitative or quantitative) from their research matrix | Coursework (End of Trimester) | n/a | Graded | No | 70 |
Continuous Assessment: Develop a Matrix of 10 primary research papers related to the clinical research questions developed | Unspecified | n/a | Pass/Fail Grade Scale | No | 20 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Self-assessment activities
Students will receive group feedback on the submissions of clinical research questions and research matrix (continuous assessment) Students will receive individual feedback on the submission of their end of trimester assignment
Name | Role |
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Dr Deirdre O'Donnell | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |