 | Study programme 2025-2026 | Français | |
 | Méthodologie de la recherche en orthopédagogie clinique | ||
Programme component of Master's in Clinical Orthopedagogy (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Psychology and Education |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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| UP-M2-MORTHC-008-M | Compulsory UE | RINALDI Romina | P319 - Orthopédagogie clinique |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français | 15 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5.00 | 2nd term |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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| P-SEOC-209 | Advanced Questions in Clinical Orthopedagogy | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 50.00% |
| P-SEOC-226 | Modèles de recherche en orthopédagogie clinique | 15 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 50.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of UE
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the methodological foundations and the challenges of conducting research with target populations;
Understand the ethical dimensions related to research in clinical orthopedagogy;
Independently explore an advanced topic in clinical orthopedagogy by drawing on relevant scientific and professional resources;
Implement an assessment and/or support approach in clinical orthopedagogy following a defined protocol;
Critically analyze the theoretical foundations, implementation conditions, and ethical issues of the chosen approach;
Design didactic materials or transferable tools to support the appropriation of concepts and practices by field professionals;
Integrate theoretical insights and field-based experiences to develop well-argued professional recommendations.
UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance
This course unit combines two complementary learning activities designed to deepen students’ understanding of research practices and applied approaches in clinical orthopedagogy. The course “Research Models in Clinical Orthopedagogy” provides an in-depth exploration of the methodological, ethical, and epistemological specificities of conducting research with the target populations. It focuses on the necessary adaptations in terms of researcher posture, methodological choices, data collection, and interpretation, within an inclusive and context-sensitive perspective.Building on this foundation, the course “Advanced Topics in Clinical Orthopedagogy” invites students to explore a specialized theme related to assessment or support practices. Through a participatory approach involving field partners, students implement a structured intervention, critically analyze its implications, and produce transferable tools aimed at supporting professionals. This activity fosters the integration of theoretical knowledge and field-based insights within an applied research framework and a practice improvement perspective.The overall course unit aims to develop advanced skills in critical thinking, ethical analysis, the application of research in professional contexts, and the co-construction of actionable knowledge for the field.
Prior Experience
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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| P-SEOC-209 |
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| P-SEOC-226 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
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| P-SEOC-209 |
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| P-SEOC-226 |
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Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Course slides Course notes Reading materials |
| P-SEOC-226 | PPT of the course and scientific articles provided by the teacher. |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Not applicable |
| P-SEOC-226 | Not applicable |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Not applicable |
| P-SEOC-226 | Not applicable |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
| AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Authorized |
| P-SEOC-226 | Authorized |
Term 2 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 assessment |
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| P-SEOC-209 |
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| P-SEOC-226 |
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Term 2 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 2 Assessment - comments |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Submission of an individual written assignment Presentation and defense of this work during an oral examination |
| P-SEOC-226 | Written examen with open-ended questions (70%) + written work on clinical case analysis (30%). |
Term 3 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 assessment |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 |
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| P-SEOC-226 |
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Term 3 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 3 Assessment - comments |
|---|---|
| P-SEOC-209 | Submission of an individual written assignment Presentation and defense of this work during an oral examination |
| P-SEOC-226 | Written examen with open-ended questions (70%) + written work on a clinical case analysis (30%). |