Social Science Research and Policymaking: Meta-Analysis and Paradox

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• cours - matière potentielle : homework
• exposé
• cours - matière potentielle : achievement

Steven I. Miller, Marcel Fredericks, Frank J. Perino1 Social Science Research and Policymaking: Meta-Analysis and Paradox Steven I. Miller, Marcel Fredericks, Frank J. Perino Abstract The purpose of this article is to explore some of the non-obvious characteristics of the social science research-social policy (SSRSP) paradigm. We examine some of the underlying as- sumptions of the readily accepted claim that social science research can lead to the creation of rational social policy.

• meta-analysis
• meta- analysis
• conceptual analysis
• meta- analyses
• meta-analyses
• such considerations
• social science research
• statistical methods
• techniques
• social policy
• policy

Sujets

• Homework
• Exposé
• Achievement
• Frederick's of Hollywood

Informations

• Publié par: suwyur
• Nombre de lectures: 31
• Langue: English

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction to the course ............................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Welcome to the course ............ 1
1.2 Rationale, aims and learning outcomes of the course ............................................................. 2
1.3 Course Team ........................................................................................... 3
1.4 Personal Tutor ......................................................... 4
1.5 School office administration details ........................................................ 4
1.6 Communication ....................................................................................... 4
1.7 Induction information ............................................. 4
Structure of the course ............................................................................................................................ 5
1.8 Overall structure (Preston campus) ......................... 5
1.8.1 Elective modules ............................................................................................................. 6
1.8.2 Accreditation of Prior Learning ...................... 6
1.9 Modules available ................................................................................................................... 7
1.9.1 Core modules .................. 7
1.9.2 Optional modules ............................................................................................................ 9
1.9.3 Progression .................... 12
1.10 Study Time ............................................................................................................................ 13
1.10.1 Weekly timetable .......................................................................................................... 13
1.10.2 Expected hours of study 13
1.10.3 Attendance Requirements ............................................................................................. 13
1.11 Data Protection ...................................................... 13
2. Approaches to teaching and learning ............................................................................................ 15
2.1 Expertise of staff ................................................... 15
2.2 Learning and teaching methods ............................................................................................ 15
2.2.1 Lectures ......................................................... 17
2.2.2 Seminars ........................................................................................ 17
2.2.3 Workshops .................................................... 17
2.2.4 Tutorials ........................................................................................................................ 17
2.2.5 Time spent learning ....................................................................................................... 17
2.2.6 Help with learning ......... 18
2.2.7 Attendance .................................................................................................................... 18
2.3 Study skills ............................ 18
2.4 Learning resources ................................................................................................................ 18
2.4.1 Learning Information Services (LIS) ............ 18
2.4.2 Books ............................................................................................................................ 18
2.4.3 Journals, websites, etc ................................... 19
2.4.4 The Library ................................................................................................................... 19
2.5 Personal development planning ............................ 19
2.5.1 What is PDP? ................................................................................................................ 19
2.5.2 How will it help you? .... 20
2.5.3 What do you do? ........................................................................................................... 20
2.5.4 How will we help you? . 20
2.5.5 What will you gain from PDP? ..................................................................................... 20
2.6 Career opportunities .............................................. 21
3. Student support, guidance and conduct ......................................................................................... 21
3.1 Personal Tutors ..................................................... 21
3.2 Student Support ................................................................ 21
3.3 Students with disabilities ...................................................................................................... 22
3.4 Health and Safety .................. 22
3.5 Conduct ................................................................................................................................. 22
3.6 Students‟ Union .................... 22
4. Assessment .................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Assessment Strategy ............. 23
4.1.1 Marking ......................................................................................................................... 23
4.1.2 Assessment types .......................................................................................................... 24
4.2 Assessment arrangements for students with a disability ....................................................... 25
4.3 Notification of assignments and examination arrangements................. 25
4.4 Referencing ........................................................................................................................... 25
4.5 Dealing with difficulties in meeting assessment deadlines ................... 26
4.5.1 Extenuating circumstances ............................................................................................ 26
4.5.2 Late submissions ................................................................................