Unit E: Research Project in Sport

Unit E: Research Project in Sport

• Level: 3
• Unit type: 
• Guided learning hours: 120

Unit in brief

Learners propose and undertake research within a sport context.

Unit introduction

The principles of improvement are central to sport and are enabled through knowledge and understanding identified through research and investigation. Whether trying to engage the community to be more active or develop new tactics and techniques, there are always opportunities for development that come through testing practice or assessing information. Being able to manage a research project is a highly valuable and desirable skill.

In this unit, you will develop broad research skills, including knowledge, understanding and professional behaviours required for independent investigations in sport. You will develop the skills needed to form a proposal in response to a theme and related topics. You will form a hypothesis and define a methodology for investigating the validity of the hypothesis. You will follow ethical guidelines and use techniques for analysing and interpreting data in order to draw conclusions and consider the impact of these.

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to propose and carry out independent research within a range of careers or in higher education. The problem-solving and analytical skills developed are highly valued in higher education and in employment.

Learning aims

In this unit you will:

A. Propose a research project in sport

B. Apply investigation skills for a research project in sport

C. Draw conclusions from a research project in sport.

Summary of unit

Learning aim	Key content areas	Recommended assessment approach
A Propose a research project in sport	A1 Creating a proposal and forming a hypothesis for research A2 Data collection for research A3 Validity and reliability in research	The assignment brief for this unit must be based on the Pearson-set theme and topic. Select one of the topics and use this to create a brief or briefs with tasks that cover all criteria and learning aims. If using more than one brief, the criteria for learning aim A must be covered in both.
B Apply investigation skills for a research project in sport	B1 Applying research practice principles to an investigation	There must be no more than two assignment briefs to cover all learning outcomes. It is possible to cover all learning aims and criteria in one brief. If using more than one brief, the criteria for learning aims B and C must covered in both.
C Draw conclusions from a research project in sport	C1 Interpreting data and information C2 Drawing conclusions C3 Presenting information

Assessment criteria

Pass                                            Merit                                           Distinction
Learning aim A: Propose a research project in sport		A.D1  Effectively propose a strategic and assured research project.
A.P1 Define an appropriate hypothesis, with relevant aims and objectives. A.P2 Select appropriate research methods and plan the investigation.	A.M1 Competently plan a detailed and well-organised research proposal with efficient methodologies.
Learning aim B: Apply investigation skills for a research project in sport		B.D2  Confidently and consistently implement a research project, monitoring progress and checking accuracy, precision, validity and reliability.
B.P3 Carry out research using qualitative or quantitative research methods that are appropriate for the aims. B.P4 Maintain professional and ethical research standards, applying research practice principles.	B.M2 Project manage the research, applying detailed checks for accuracy and precision.
Learning aim C: Draw conclusions from a research project in sport		C.D3  Critically analyse and synthesise information from research to draw valid conclusions that are communicated fluently.
C.P5 Analyse the data in relation to the original hypothesis using appropriate techniques. C.P6 Draw and communicate conclusions in relation to the original hypothesis.	C.M3 Evaluate information gathered, drawing and communicating reasonable and objective conclusions. C.M4 Evaluate the techniques and processes used and their impact on the investigation, making recommendations for future research.

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