Learning and teaching conference

2013248 – An evaluation of the role of virtual

support technologies in enhancing the student experience of work-related

learning .

Corina Bradbury

Overall review and evaluation of the methodology within specific research using a student researcher Researcher Name and details Aims Preliminary approach First attempts Final approach Student researcher experience Future possibilities

Presentation Objectives

Aims and objectives

Sample and access opportunities

Funding body

Rationale for methodological approach-student researcher

Aims of research

Original research aims

Alterations

Time constraints and Challenges

Change in research direction

Initial research aims and amendments

Attempts at primary qualitative findings; -Interviews -Outcomes (Unsuccessful, lack of response/access)

Second Attempts; -Telephone Interviews -Outcomes (Low response, one successful respondent)

Early methodological approach

Focus Group Questions Resources Access and consent Engagement in discussion Challenges Outcomes

Details of final methodological approach

Decision to engage with research project Initial thoughts on taking the research lead Preparation and support Approach to challenges Research team and lecturers experience Reflection

Researcher experience

Qualitative analysis

Combining with previous research

Report writing; - Overall research report detailing the

findings -Methodological report

Closing thoughts

Future work