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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title Journal Club
Module Code SS239
School School of Health & Human Performance
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Siobhain McArdle
Semester 2: Siobhain McArdle
Autumn: Siobhain McArdle
Module TeacherSiobhain McArdle
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This module will introduce students to the critical analysis of research in sport science. It will also introduce students to common quantitative research methodologies, designs, statistical concepts and analytical techniques in sport science. A heavy emphasis will be placed on practical experience through reading and reviewing journal articles.

Learning Outcomes
1. 1. Describe the essential components of a research paper and outline how to critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of research
2. 2. Describe basic quantitative research designs and methods, and assess their strengths and limitations
3. 3. Understand statistical concepts such as mean, standard deviation
4. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of how to write a journal article critique



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
Laboratory6No Description
Independent learning time95No Description
Total Workload: 125

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
None
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Laboratory4 written labs60%n/a
In Class Testn/a15%n/a
Essayn/a25%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
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
    Other Resources
    None
    Array
    Programme or List of Programmes
    SSHBSc Sport Science and Health
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