DAG12: Advanced Research Methods  

Class times and venue

All classes will be on Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm or Saturday morning at the Hong Kong Institute of Gerontology, 1/F, HKSR Lam Tin Complex, 7 Rehab Path, Lam Tin, Kowloon.

Aim of the module

This module introduces advanced research methods. Participants can apply the use of qualitative and quantitative

research findings to improve care of elderly in practice, conduct research using qualitative and quantitative

approaches, critique on the use of qualitative and quantitative research approaches, overcome and address

ethical dilemmas in aged care research.  Participants can develop a research topic to apply gerontology in work

practice.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:

-         apply qualitative and quantitative research to improve care of elderly in practice

-         critique on the application of qualitative and quantitative research

-         develop a research topic to apply gerontology in work practice

Course Content

Pending 

Teaching and learning methods

Classroom teaching, case study and group discussion.

Teaching team

Module Leader: Mrs. Rosanna Chau

Teaching staff: Mrs. Rosanna Chau,

Medium of instruction

The classes will be taught in Cantonese and supplemented with English. All teaching notes will be in English.

Class size

Each class will comprise of 30 participants.

Assessment

Pending 

Guidelines for assessment

Pending

Recommended reference

Pending 

Application procedure

A completed application form must be accompanied with the following documents: photocopies of degree/diploma certificates and testimonials or other relevant evidence of the applicant’s working experience. Exemptions may be considered on an individual basis. Completed application form, copies of appropriate certificates and cheque should be sent to: 1/F, HKSR Lam Tin Complex, 7 Rehab Path, Lam Tin, Kowloon. Please make cheque payable to ‘Hong Kong Association of Gerontology’.

Award certificate

A certificate of attendance will be given to participants who have attended at least 80% of the total training hours. Additionally, CNE / CPD / CME points will be awarded by the professional associations accordingly.