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IAS522 - Indigenous Research Methodologies

2024

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Indigenous Knowledges

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

(INR501)

Prerequisites

Incompatible

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit examines the processes of research in Indigenous contexts with a view to develop students' understanding of contextually appropriate and effective research methodologies. Students are familiarised with the ontological and epistemological underpinnings of research methodologies. A range of Indigenous research methodologies are examined with the purpose of understanding their application in research and exploring research methodologies that support Indigenous ontological and epistemological positions.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Analyse and evaluate ways in which ontological and epistemological assumptions shape research methodologies.
2.	Analyse the links between Indigenous epistemologies and Indigenous research methodologies.
3.	Articulate principles of Indigenous research methodologies and evaluate contexts of their application.
4.	Critically analyse the methods, protocols and ethical considerations fundamental for Indigenous research in a range of contexts.
5.	Appraise research methodologies that are derived from shared epistemological foundations.
6.	Evaluate the application of an Indigenous or shared research methodology to research in an Indigenous context.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Essay plan (300 words)	5%	1,2,3,4
2.	Essay (2,500 words)	45%	1,2,3,4
3.	Research evaluation report (3,000 words) (Hurdle)	50%	3,4,5,6

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2024	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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