POLFOR034 — Conduct applied research

1 Evaluate scientific literature and research findings critically

• 1.1Identify current gaps in empirical evidence to support techniques and disciplines.
• 1.2Identify sources of contemporary information that may be relevant to the identified question.
• 1.3Critically evaluate scientific literature and research findings.
• 1.4Develop recommendations on necessary research and best practice based on contemporary research and literature.

2 Planning for applied research

• 2.1Develop hypothesis to guide research proposal.
• 2.2Conduct a literature review.
• 2.3Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of data/information collection techniques.
• 2.4Analyse research methodology in terms of suitability and potential limitations.
• 2.5Develop research methodology to address research question.
• 2.6Identify factors that may impact on reliability and validity of the results.
• 2.7Identify resources for the research, taking into consideration cost, availability, and access.
• 2.8Identify alternative resources or methodologies to ensure that the scope of the research project is met.

3 Conduct applied research

• 3.1Apply research design including but not limited to considerations of efficacy, relevance, logistics and ethics.
• 3.2Collect research data.
• 3.3Analysis of the research data.
• 3.4Evaluate results against the hypothesis.
• 3.5Review data and research findings for accuracy.

4 Present applied research

• 4.1Articulate the research aim (problem), hypothesis and questions.
• 4.2Present the research methodology, analysis and evaluation and contextualisation of results.
• 4.3Qualify the significance of the research and the theoretical, empirical and/or practical implications of the findings.
• 4.4Report research findings to inform broader forensic community.

What does an assessment tool for POLFOR034 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for POLFOR034 needs to address all 43 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 11 performance evidence requirements, 6 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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