Research Methodology
Identify the 5 research methods that we have studied. Describe one using a specific example.
- Questionnaires
- Interviews
- Case Studies
- Observations
- Literature Reviews
Describe the 2 most significant needs for one group we have studied
Homeless- ASL, Health
LGBTIQ+- Sense of identity, education?
Disability- Health, ASL
Youth- sense of identity, education, health?
Provide 1 trend/fact about carers in Australia.
* Females are more likely to be carers
* There is a large increase in the number of carers between the ages of 35 and 64 years
Identify the dot points under the heading "Social factors". Link one to patterns of work
EGG FEET
Employment/ unemployment
Government policy
Perceptions of Gender
Family circumstances
Economics
Education/ retraining
Technology
- computer
- research and development
- automation and robotics
What are the types and sources of data?
Primary & Secondary
Quantitative & Qualitative
Individual & Groups
Print & Digital
How might individuals vary within the group of people with disabilities and the youth.
People with disabilities: PIPS (Physical, e.g. cerebral palsy, Intellectual e.g. developmental delays, Psychological e.g. schizophrenia or Sensory e.g. visual impairment.
Youth: Age (15-24), Gender, Disability, Education, Culture, First language spoken, Religion, Employment.
Identify the personal and social influences on parents and carers.
Personal: culture, customs and tradition, religion/spirituality, education, previous experience, own upbringing, multiple commitments, socioeconomic status, special needs
Social: Media stereotypes, community attitudes, gender expectations
Describe how one workplace structure influences the wellbeing of the employee and employer
WWLLFT
- Workplace culture
- Working conditions (awards and greivance procedures)
- Leave entitlements (CLAPS)
- Legislation (EEO, WH&S)
- Flexible work patterns and practices
- Trade unions
Explain how researchers can ensure that their research is both reliable and valid.
To enhance accuracy in the measurement of data, researches must adopt the principles of reliability and validity.
Reliability is the consistency of measurement and validity refers to the accuracy of measurement.
This can be done by the researcher choosing an appropriate sample size, groups and methods. They may use a combination of methods to increase the reliability and validity, and ensure there is less bias and personal judgement made.
* Resources, e.g. time, money, energy, knowledge
* Aspects of the service, e.g. opening hours, confidentiality, location, staffing
Explain with examples, the preparations for becoming a parent or carer.
* Changing health behaviours, e.g. nutrition
* Enhancing knowledge and skills, e.g education
* Modifying the physical environment, e.g. housing
* Organising finances, e.g. budgeting
Identify the issues that impact youth employment. Describe one dot point.
- Personal management skills (planning and organising, communication, Problem solving, decision making)
- Plan and prepare for a career path
- Predominant patterns of work
- Rights and Responsibilities
Identify and explain the areas of ethical behaviour that need to be considered when conducting research.
- Respect
- Integrity
- Privacy
- Bias
Examples of considerations: sensitive research topics, confidentiality, research bias and crediting sources of data.
Identify a current inequity faced by the homeless. How can community organisations or government policy address the issue?
Example: Access to safe and secure housing or shelter, food and clothing.
Community organisations such as SVDP or Salvation Army assist the homeless who are in need of support in these areas through donations of products and raising of money to support the homeless of the community meet their needs (e.g. Christmas hamper collections in December).
Discuss the legal and social implications of surrogacy
Surrogacy is the arrangement between a woman and a couple. The intention is that the woman will have a baby for the couple and the couple will raise and care for the child.
Legal implications can include: Commercial surrogacy (paid) being illegal in Australia. It is however legal in countries such as India and USA.
Social implications: Social surrogacy can have up to 5 different adults (intended parents, egg and sperm donor and the surrogate). This could be a positive support for the child, but also could lead to custody claims or issues around access to the child.
Describe 1 right and 1 responsibility for employees and employers in the workplace
Rights for the employee
- to be paid, not be discriminated, stay safe
Responsibilities for the employee
- Check award, report discrimination, follow safety guidelines/ wear PPE
Responsibilities for the employer
- Research award, EEO/ consequences for discrimination/ be a role model, provide PPE and training
Outline using syllabus terms, the research process.
* Planning for research: formulating a research proposal, managing resources, selecting a focus and sampling methods, creating a timeline
* Conducting research: accessing sources of data, collecting and recording data (using suitable research methods), documenting actions and issues (recording actions and proposing solutions)
* Interpreting research: presenting research findings (presenting primary data in graphs, tables of written reports), analysing research findings (comparing key data), drawing conclusions from research and crediting sources of data.
What is advocacy? List 3 examples of advocacy that occurs for the Homeless + one other category B group.
Advocacy is about speaking up for the group's needs and concerns. It can include raising awareness of the group within the community, educating the community and promoting the rights of the group. Examples for the homeless include the advocacy that St Vincent de Paul does in education the community on the hardships and stereotypes faces by the homeless, through the Vinnies Winter Appeal and Winter sleep outs.
Identify the areas of responsibility for parents and carers (syllabus terms). Discuss how these responsibilities can contribute to building a positive relationship with the dependent.
- Duty of Care
- Setting Limits
- Discipline
Outline how individuals can implement strategies to help manage their personal commitments
Strategies
- Managing resources
- Accessing support
- Negotiating and sharing roles
- using technology
- Utilizing workplace structures
Personal commitments
- Religion
- Study
- Hobbies
- Recreation
- Parenting
- Leadership
- Caring
- Volunteering
- Work