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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Finian Buckley
Semester 2: Finian Buckley
Autumn: Finian Buckley
NFQ level 9 Credit Rating
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This module is designed to provide the opportunity for students to apply the knowledge and competencies that they have gained throughout the programme to a healthcare organisational change project. Students are required to introduce change using an action research methodology which promotes a systematic, scientific and theory based approach to change. The project enables students to action a ‘real’ and meaningful work based intervention that promotes both a greater understanding of organisational systems and a collaborative approach to organisational change.

Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the value of action research approaches to change management
2. Critique the key discussions and debates relating to action research and change
3. Evaluate an organisation issue using change management and action research principles
4. Recommend an appropriate change management approach through the use of action research
5. Self-evaluate their developmental needs, particularly in terms of action research competencies and establish associated developmental goals
6. Reflect upon their thoughts, feelings and experience of carrying out an organisational change management project.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture30Lectures/ Workshops
On-line learning40Moodle Assisted Learning - vid/pod casts, chat rooms, interactive resources etc
Group work80Team-based activity
Assignment180Assessment Related Learning
Independent learning time400No Description
Directed learning20Reflection Process
Total Workload: 750

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Introducing change through action research.
Debates, Controversies and Research. The history and theory of action learning and research. Alternate perspectives and evidence..

Action Research Competencies Approach.
Models and approaches. Assessing competencies and their validity in context.

Self Development.
Self-assessment, self-awareness and self-regulation. Diagnosis and development.

The centrality of context when introducing change through action.
Understanding the influence of context on action research applied to organisational change management.

The introduction of change through the application of action research.
Change and action in practice. Examination of opportunities and challenges inherent in carryout organisational change.

Research ethics.
Exploration of key principles of research ethics with a focus on issues related to action research..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Poster presentation n/a20%n/a
Report (s) (written / oral)Project Report (10,000 words)70%n/a
Reflective journalProgramme Reflective Diary Submission10%n/a
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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Indicative Reading List
  • Coghlan, D. & Brannick, T: 2010, Doing action research in your own organisation, 3rd Ed., Sage: London,
  • Fisher, D., Rooke, D., and Torbert, W.: 2002, Personal and Organisational Transformations through Action Inquiry, Edge Work Press: Boston,
  • Eden C & Huxham C: 1999, Action research for the study of organizations. In Clegg SR & Hardy C (Eds.) Studying Organizations, theory and method., Sage, London,
  • Parkin, P: 2009, Managing Change in Healthcare: Using Action Research, London: Sage,
  • Revans, R.: 1983, ABC of Action Learning, Chartwell-Bratt, London,
  • TOHM: 2003, Action Learning, Dublin: The Office of Health Management,
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