Policy Research Methods Masterclass 2012

Promoting Professional Research, Consultation and Communication Skills for Policy Officers to Develop Robust Evidence-Based Policy This Policy Research Methods Masterclass consists of three distinct Masterclass Days that can be taken in any combination, either in one continuous package or as individual components. Focused on enhancing participants’ analytical capacity and research / evidence gathering skills, this course is a must attend for career-focused policy professionals seeking to further enhance their skills.

Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2011 - 11:39

Location: Australian Capital Territory (Canberra)

Event Date: 07 February 2012 - 10 February 2012

Organisation: Liquid Learning

Contact Name: Liquid Learning Group

Contact Phone: +61 2 9437 1311

7, 8 & 9 February 2012

Canberra 

Promoting Professional Research, Consultation and Communication Skills for Policy Officers to Develop Robust Evidence-Based Policy

This Policy Research Methods Masterclass consists of three distinct Masterclass Days that can be taken in any combination, either in one continuous package or as individual components. Focused on enhancing participants’ analytical capacity and research / evidence gathering skills, this course is a must attend for career-focused policy professionals seeking to further enhance their skills.

MODULE ONE: Developing and Communicating Policy Using Evidence-Based Research Practices EXPERT FACILITATOR: Carolyn Page, The Clear English Company

  • Using research and evaluation to inform policy change
  • Using logic models to identify information needs and knowledge gaps
  • Commissioning and managing research to inform policy

 

MODULE TWO: Conducting Stakeholder Consultations – Qualitive Data Gathering Techniques EXPERT FACILITATOR: Dr Delwyn Goodrick, Independent Evaluation Specialist

  • Asking good questions and facilitating stakeholder consultations
  • Implementing new techniques and technologies
  • Analysing and presenting qualitative data powerfully

 

MODULE THREE: Working with Statistics – Quantitative Data Gathering Tools

EXPERT FACILITATOR: Dr Gordon Emmerson, Research Consultant

  • Defining the problem and establishing research objectives
  • Gathering statistical data and agreeing what is relevant to policy problems
  • Evaluating and selecting data gathering tools and methods

 

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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS

Book & Pay by 18 November 2011 to receive additional Super Saver Discounts!

 

To register or for more information, contact Liquid Learning by email: marketing@liquidlearning.com.au, by Phone: +61 2 9437 1311, or visit the website: www.liquidlearning.com.au.