Elements and Performance Criteria
- Construct an applied research strategy
- Clarify and confirm applied research purpose and needs of the target group
- Determine policies and procedures in relation to conducting applied research
- Establish mechanisms for collecting and maintaining data in a systematic manner
- Analyse factors affecting the reliability and validity of data
- Review relevant research ethics and codes of conduct
- Prepare applied research strategy and hypothesis
- Frame a research strategy in consideration of available tools and resources
- Use a range of applied research techniques
- Review and evaluate a range of applied research methods, theories and data collection techniques
- Select appropriate methods to gather and analyse data
- Use suitable technology and technology services to support data collection and analysis
- Access appropriate sources of information and contributors relevant to the research
- Optimise relevance of the research through integrity of the data collected and analysis tools used
- Analyse and present findings
- Evaluate how research findings such as trends and changes will impact on learning strategy
- Review data and research findings for accuracy of details and adherence to any legal requirements
- Collate and analyse data for relevance against the original applied research strategy
- Document and present research findings in a clear and logical manner consistent with audience needs
- Identify the need for and an appropriate approach to, further research