+ Who is this course aimed at?

This module is designed for Early Years practitioners to become practitioner-researchers in their own settings, and for other professionals looking to improve outcomes for children, and develop their practice through their own research.

+ What are the main themes?

It covers all aspects of how to undertake an extended piece of research including how to:

• Select and define a suitable topic for research;
• Undertake and write a critical literature review relevant to the research topic;
• Compile a research report;
• Select and justify an appropriate methodological approach. This will include consideration of your epistemology, theoretical state, methodology and methods;
• Analyse data and report findings in an appropriate format.

+ How will it help my practice?

The research module is designed to give you the opportunity to develop the building blocks of rigorous academic research by supporting you through a small research project on a preferred aspect of your own practice.

Not only should completing the module provide you with transferable research skills which will be invaluable when you come to begin your dissertation, but your piece of practitioner research should offer a critical insight of your chosen focus.

+ Key Dates 2022-23

• Day 1: Tuesday 4th October
• Day 2: Thursday 24th November
• Day 3: Tuesday 17th January
• Day 4: Monday 6th February
• Day 5: Tuesday 9th May

Registration, refreshments and private study from 09:00am, group session starts 10:00am - 4:00pm. All days are face to face sessions at CREC and dates will be confirmed Sept 2022.