TDRI802 – Transdisciplinary Research Problem Framing

Module code

TDRI802

Module title

Transdisciplinary Research Problem Framing

Prescription

Students will develop research plans to execute projects based on the learning in Module TDRI801, utilising the transdisciplinary framework. Students will iteratively frame/diagnose, analyse and synthesise the contextualised aspects of a research problem (from a solid theoretical perspective) in order to recursively produce a robust, plausible and workable research project plan that engages the stakeholder in the intervention derivation process. The intervention is guided by the “common good” principle to diffuse contradiction and merge perceptions where necessary and focused on end user preferences. 3. A synthesis phase where the results of the research and solutions are capable of being able to be brought to fruition collaboratively in the real-world (implemented in the context) to achieve the agreed goals and outcomes (guided by the "common good" principle to diffuse contradiction and merge perceptions where necessary, focused on end user preferences) The research project plan also needs to show how the three axioms of transdisciplinary research will be incorporated in the study, and how the balance will be kept so as to provide a theoretically sound and practically useful solution.

Programmes

RI1601
RI1602

NZQA Level

Level 8

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Based

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 300

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles, processes and external influences underlying relevant enterprise operation in which the innovation will be embedded.
• Demonstrate the skills required to successfully navigate the complex internal dynamics of the enterprise, to engage with stakeholders and acquire, understand and assess relevant knowledge and information.
• Provide the context-appropriate operational documentation required for the transdisciplinary project to be undertaken to deliver a fit-for-purpose and for the common good innovative resolution.
Content: 1. Literature reviews/contextualization of problem
2. Research methods appropriate in transdisciplinary situations
3. Research ethics
4. Collaborative approaches and mechanisms for stakeholder engagement
5. Project planning including costing and resourcing (internal and external to the enterprise), under uncertainty for quality outcomes, and in a fixed timeline scenario
6. Risk analysis and mitigation strategies
7. Projection of limitations and boundaries of the planned intervention
Teaching and Learning Strategy: A variety of teaching and learning methods will be utilised with facilitation and coaching being the primary mode of delivery.
Students will have access to an enterprise mentor and an academic lead supervisor. It is expected that the student and the academic lead supervisor will have regular supervision meetings and interactions totalling 6 hours. The student will also have access to an enterprise mentor (minimum 3 hours, maximum 6 hours) and will be encouraged to negotiate additional resources and time with the relevant enterprise partner as required, to complete the research project plan. Students will have the benefit of access to the international collaboration network of Wintec to access experts and will be encouraged to do so by planning for the costs of such resources and making it visible to stakeholders.
Project-based learning (PBL). organising learning around an authentic project.
The student will be part of a group of fellow students with monthly discussion forums either at Wintec if geographically feasible or through methods such as video conferencing and social media. In this way students are embedded in a community of practice and get exposure to a variety of transdisciplinary research activities currently active in the Centre for Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Both staff and students participate in the community of practice in an ongoing way.
The module will be delivered through an integrated online resource centre, technology applications and synchronous and asynchronous activities. Learning activities will be delivered in ways appropriate to the content and/or capability to be investigated and will be situated in authentic learning environments, which lend themselves to mentoring and supervision.
Synchronous and asynchronous activities will include seminars, presentations and workshops and may employ digital technologies such as web/videoconferencing.
Wintec currently uses the Moodle e-learning platform to support synchronous, asynchronous and online modes. It is anticipated the student will have all necessary access to the technologies required for successful completion of this module.
Assessment Criteria: Students must complete all components of the course and must achieve a minimum grade of 50% to pass this module.
Portfolio: In this transdisciplinary environment, portfolios will be web-based and built upon a collection of individual pieces of work that provide evidence to demonstrate completion of identified tasks, including reflection, selection of processes / procedures of evaluation and the final artefact.
Assessment rubrics will be used to detail a set of criteria and performance descriptors illustrating the performance being measured.
Learning and Teaching Resource: An extended reading list will be supplied by the supervisors and facilitators at commencement of, and during the module. This will be updated annually.