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An Introduction to Research Methods for Undergraduate Health Profession Students

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  37 H5P Activities    English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Faith Alele, Bunmi Malau-Aduli

Subject(s): Research methods / methodology

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 10/01/2025

This introduction to research methods aims to provide undergraduate health professions students with appropriate guidance, knowledge and skills that are essential for research. This eBook is packed full of practical tips and examples to equip students with the knowledge to engage with research, making it invaluable for students embarking on health research for the first time. The book covers the entire research process, starting with developing a research question, qualitative and quantitative research approaches, ethical considerations, data collection and analysis and the dissemination of the results of the study. Other contents covered in this eBook include conducting a literature review, designing a questionnaire, designing an interview guide and writing a research proposal. This eBook will simplify and breakdown complex research concepts for the students. The free availability of this eBook will make it a lifelong companion for students that can be referred to even after completing their degree.

The eBook also has H5P activities such as interactive videos, presentations and quizzes that will enable students to connect theory with practice. Ultimately, this eBook will contribute to the development of tomorrow’s clinical researchers and future leaders in the advancement of health professions research.

The Creative Commons Licence applied to this work allows adaptations, but the authors wish to be contacted prior to any adaption being made to discuss the nature of the adapted work.

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A Long Goodbye: Ed and Mary's Journey with Lewy Body Dementia

CC BY-NC-ND (Attribution NonCommercial NoDerivatives)   English

Author(s): Adele Baldwin, Stephen Anderson, Michael Inskip, Kellie Johns, David Lindsay, Bronwyn Mathiesen, Marie Bodak

Subject(s): Home nursing and caring / Advice for caregivers, Care of people with specific needs, Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases, Nursing and ancillary services, Educational material

Institution(s): James Cook University

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 10/01/2025

Often the lessons to be learned from recipients of care are overshadowed by more formal learning strategies. Ed’s story is one of compassion, strength, laughter, loyalty and loss.  It chronicles the journey of caring for a loved one diagnosed with Dementia with Lewy Bodies.  Unfortunately, diagnosis of any form of dementia is more frequent in our communities than many of us are aware.  Very few people, however, journal their story as their lives, and that of those around them, change. Thus, the richness of learning from recipients of formal care and support is a unique opportunity for all health professionals working in dementia care. Further, the raw, honest insights in Ed’s story are a valuable learning tool for any health professional from any discipline, particularly those who are still learning their craft. Sometimes the impact our words and actions have on patients and families is not apparent, and Ed’s reflections allow us a glimpse into how the actions and words affect them, both positively and negatively.

Legal Research Skills: An Australian Law Guide: 2024 JCU Edition

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  39 H5P Activities    English (Australia)

Author(s): James Cook University Library, The University of Queensland Library, University of Southern Queensland Library, Charles Darwin University Library, Southern Cross University Library, Deakin University Library, Queensland University of Technology Library, University of South Australia Library

Subject(s): Law, Primary sources of law, Sources of law: case law, precedent, Sources of law: legislation

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 08/10/2024

The updated 2024 edition of this guide is designed to support James Cook University students undertaking legal studies and contribute to the development of legal research skills.

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Foundations of Academic Success: Second Edition

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike)  4 H5P Activities    English (Australia)

Author(s): Rhian Morgan, Camilla Robson

Editor(s): Rhian Morgan, Camilla Robson

Subject(s): Higher education, tertiary education

Last updated: 26/09/2024

The second edition of this book was created in June 2023. The second edition features revisions to the content for consistency and effectiveness including moving the numeracy content to a separate publication due for release in late 2023/early 2024.

Legal Research Skills: An Australian Law Guide: 2023 JCU Edition

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  19 H5P Activities    English (Australia)

Author(s): Charles Darwin University Library, Deakin University Library, James Cook University Library, Queensland University of Technology Library, Southern Cross University Library, The University of Queensland Library, University of Southern Queensland Library

Subject(s): Law, Primary sources of law, Sources of law: case law, precedent, Sources of law: legislation

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 26/09/2024

This Edition has been superseded by the 2024 Edition. Please go to Legal Research Skills: An Australian Law Guide: 2024 JCU Edition
This guide is designed to support JCU students undertaking legal studies and contribute to the development of legal research skills.

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Taxonomy for Credentialing Australasian University Educators

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Maree Dinan-Thompson, Andrea Lynch, Gillian Cowden, Simon Bedford, Liz Branigan, Lisa Cary, Shannon Johnston, Ann Luzeckyj, Gina Saliba

Subject(s): Higher education, tertiary education, Curriculum planning and development, Adult education, continuous learning, Student life

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 14/08/2024

The TCAUE recognises and values the varied roles that educators have in student learning, and makes transparent the pathways for personal and professional development. As an Australasian credentialing framework, it is underpinned by regulatory requirements, is aligned to qualification and micro-credentialing frameworks, and permits university contextualisation and portability.

CONTRIBUTORS

Maree Dinan-Thompson; Liz Branigan; Shannon Johnston; Simon Bedford; Ann Luzeckyj; Andrea Lynch; Gina Saliba; Lisa Cary; and Gillian Cowden