Depth and breadth of knowledge demonstrate knowledge of the breadth of the field of Rehabilitation Science and within their discipline. demonstrate a sound understanding of the scope, perspectives, concepts, current issues and research RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science RHBS 820 (1.0) Philosophy of Research RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science Objective 1: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to demonstrate advanced knowledge of the breadth and depth of the field of Rehabilitation Science Objective 1: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of the depth and breadth of research in rehabilitation science Objectives 1 & 2: At the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compare and contrast the implications of the major worldviews and systems of logic that inform the research process 2. Articulate the role of theory in the research process Objective 2: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative research in the field of rehabilitation science, including studies of physical, cognitive and affective functioning Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research Presentation; Final paper greater) Components: Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation Develop and defend arguments Identify and evaluate information Critically analyze and synthesize information Appreciate multiple points of view Organize a written argument Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation
methods in rehabilitation science and will apply this knowledge to critically appraise basic and clinical research relevant to a specific problem in rehabilitation science. RHBS 833 Research Methods RHBS 840 Motor Performance in Rehabilitation Objectives 1-5: At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define the research process and its components 2. Describe essential research principles 3. Describe the various approaches to research in rehabilitation and their strengths and limitations 4. Identify the steps in preparing a research proposal 5. Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice Objective 2: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of how both qualitative and quantitative research methods contribute to knowledge in rehabilitation sciences Objective 1: To demonstrate understanding of concepts and terms relating to motor control, motor learning and motor performance Objective 2: To critically appraise measurements and quantitative research designs used in motor performance in rehabilitation research Objective 3: To demonstrate a working knowledge of selected health conditions and forms of greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation methodology; Presentation research proposals; Ethics completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 803 seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research Student Presentation; Written critique of abstract; Participation; Assignment
disability that alter motor performance RHBS 810 (1.0) Fundamentals of Disability Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the following 1.1 various conceptualizations, models and evaluations of disablement and social participation; 1.2 Disability demographics, in particular for the Canadian context 1.3 Health and wellness in the context of disability 1.4 The history of disability and the disability movement in the context of society 1.5 An overview of current international perspectives on disability 1.6 The relationships between people with disabilities and their environments, service delivery models and communities 1.7 An understanding of some of the current controversial Reading assignment and book review; Written paper
issues in the area of disability 2. broaden their understanding of the lived experience of disability 3. have an opportunity to research, argue, present and discuss the various perspectives on selected controversial issues in the area of disability RHBS 811 (1.0) Advanced Disability Studies By the end of this course, students will: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of Canadian disability policy and law 2. Demonstrate an understanding of domestic and international human rights protections for people with disabilities 3. Be capable of conducting policy analysis with respect to disability issues 4. Consider methodological and ethical issues in research with people with disabilities greater) Components: Presentation; Written paper
5. Be conversant with special issues affecting people with disability in Canada 6. Be able to critique models of service to people with disabilities 7. Orally communicate the current state of affairs in an area of disability policy RHBS 841 Instrumentation and Electromyography Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Describe different transducer types and calibrate a transducer for the measurement of biomedical signals 2. Describe amplifiers and practical considerations when choosing amplifiers and amplification levels 3. Understand the theory around signal acquisition using analog to digital conversion. Apply this knowledge when deciding on data acquisition parameters 4. Apply basic signal processing techniques such as filtering, describing signal amplitude and frequency characteristics, and ensemble averaging greater) Components: Four assignments; Article critique; Final project; Class participation
RHBS 842 Exercise Rehabilitation Metabolic 5. Apply appropriate safety measures when recording data using biomedical instrumentation 6. Plan data collection protocols for their own research (thesis), process their own data, and present their data in a useful format 7. Critically appraise manuscripts in the field of biomechanics 8. Develop a sound methodological approach for the study of some aspect of human movement 9. Present a small pilot study in written and oral form Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: a) Apply the principles of exercise rehabilitation to specific chronic metabolic diseases b) Through critical analysis of the literature, understand how an exercise program can be used as both a proactive preventative strategy as well as a treatment strategy c) Be aware of the limitation of a chronic metabolic disease from the patient s perspective and adapt an exercise rehabilitation program accordingly Two written assignments; Oral presentation
RHBS 843 Exercise Rehabilitation Multifactor RHBS 815 (1.0) Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: a) Apply the principles of exercise rehabilitation to specific chronic multi-component diseases b) Through critical analysis of the literature, understand how an exercise program can be used as both a proactive preventative strategy as well as a treatment strategy c) Be aware of the limitation of a chronic multi-factor disease from the patient s perspective and adapt an exercise rehabilitation program accordingly Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1. Describe basic concepts and principles of CBR and explain the relevance of disability models for its historical development 2. Apply the CBR Matrix in analysis and development of CBR activities 3. Critically examine current CBR initiatives, and evaluation and research literature on CBR 4. Use a gender sensitive, results and human rights based approaches to development and implementation of CBR Two written assignments; Oral presentation Review of CBR project (briefing note, podcast or video); Presentation of CBR project; Paper on selected topic; Class participation
RHBS 825 (1.0) Regression analysis RHBS 826 (1.0) Validation and Reliability Testing 5. Prepare a convincing rationale for a CBR initiative based on the CBR matrix and human rights based approach Advocate for inclusion of disability into post-2015 development agenda Objectives 1 4: After completing the course, the students will: 1. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the core statistical approaches used for regression analysis 2. Select and apply appropriate regression analysis approaches for various types of research questions 3. Perform various types of regression analysis including analysis of covariance, linear regression, non-linear regression, multivariate regression, and binomial logistic regression using SPSS 4. Interpret the outcome of the regression analysis to draw appropriate conclusions Objectives 1-4: After completing the course, the students will: 1. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge about types or validation testing including construct and concurrent validity greater) Components: Computational assignments; Presentation Computational assignments; Presentation
Research and scholarship develop a working comprehension of how qualitative and quantitative techniques of inquiry are used to create knowledge in the field of rehabilitation science. RHBS 833 Research Methods 2. Understand the limitations of different approaches in validating a measure 3. Select and apply appropriate analysis approaches for various types of research questions around validation and reliability including: correlation, coefficients of variation, intraclass correlation coefficients, Bland-Altman Analysis, and Generalizability Theory. 4. Interpret the outcome of the analysis techniques discussed to draw appropriate conclusions Objective 3: At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to describe the various approaches to research in rehabilitation and their strengths and limitations. Objective 2: On completion of this course students will demonstrate an understanding of how both qualitative and quantitative research methods contribute to knowledge in greater) Components: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation methodology; Presentation research proposals; Ethics completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research Work as part of a team Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Evaluate resources Evaluate information Critically analyze and synthesize information Develop and defend arguments Responding to critique, feedback and evaluation Evaluate and critical analysis of scholarly and scientific literature be highly capable of critical Objective 4: demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 803 seminar series; Seminar
evaluation of both qualitative and quantative research in the field of rehabilitation science be able to formulate and defend arguments based on critical appraisal of research evidence in the RHBS 832 Qualitative Methodology and Methods RHBS 899 (Thesis) and mentoring by thesis supervisor and advisory committee RHBS 833 Research Methods appraise (ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars. Objective 6: After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to assess the quality of research studies using qualitative methods in peerreviewed publications. NA Objective 5: Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice Objective 4: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically appraise (ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars presentation on their research Paper 1; Presentation; Analysis Exercise; Paper 2 Proposal Successful defense of thesis with emphasis on critical review of related literature Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation methodology; Presentation research proposals; Ethics completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research
rehabilitation science literature. conceptualize, design and implement research for the generation of new knowledge or in the translation of knowledge in the field of rehabilitation demonstrate ethical behaviour consistent with academic integrity and the use of appropriate guidelines and procedures for the responsible conduct of research RHBS 899 Thesis and mentoring by supervisor and advisory committee RHBS 899 Thesis and mentoring by supervisor and advisory committee RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science NA NA Objective 4: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to debate ethical issues in rehabilitation service delivery and research Successful defence of thesis with focus on defense of methodology Successful defence of thesis Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation SGS 804 NA Completion of the TCPS 2 Tutorial RHSB 899 Thesis NA Successful application to appropriate research ethics board for MSc thesis work RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science Objective 5: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to demonstrate in- depth understanding of the importance of knowledge translation activities In rehabilitation science and understand the facilitators and barriers of this process Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation
Level of application of knowledge have an understanding of the importance of knowledge translation activities, and will be able to identify key stakeholder groups who should have access to knowledge generated through their research. RHBS 822 (1.0) Knowledge Translation RHBS 833 Research Methods By the end of the Knowledge Translation in Rehabilitation Science module, students will be able to: 1. identify and describe key terms, definitions, frameworks, theories, and approaches to KT discuss issues related to KT in rehabilitation sciences 3. develop a KT plan 2. Objective 5: Develop a research proposal in an area of their choice Passing Grade (B or Formative: Lay summary & policy brief; Critique peer s lay summary and policy brief; Select from assigned KT interventions and report on evidence of efficacy; Critique peer s Knowledge Translation and Exchange plan. Summative: Develop a 1-page Knowledge Translation and Exchange plan greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation methodology; Presentation research proposals; Ethics completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) be required to make informed judgements of different methodologies used in their specific project in the area RHBS 899 Thesis and Supervisory/ Advisory Committee meetings Seminar Series NA Objective 3: On completion of this course students will demonstrate knowledge of the broader Justification of methodology to Advisory Committee and successful defense of MSc thesis Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar
Professional capacity/ autonomy of rehabilitation science through critical appraisal of the literature. appreciate the broader implications of knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related develop skill in the synopsizing of the literature and in the dissemination of research results for academic and nonacademic audiences. demonstrate a knowledge of and adherence to ethical standards for conducting human research according to implications of knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related fields presentation on their research RHBS 899 NA Successful defence of thesis with focus on discussion of findings RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science Objective 6: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to summarize the literature and disseminate research results for academic and non-academic audiences Objective 4: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to critically appraise (ask relevant questions) and to present scientific argument related to work presented in the seminars Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research RHBS 899 Thesis NA Successful completion and defense of MSc thesis SGS 804 NA Completion of the TCPS 2 Tutorial Seminar Series RHBS 820 (1.0) Philosophy of Research Objective 9: On completion of this course students will demonstrate adherence to ethical standards Objective 3: At the end of this course, students will be able to critically examine issues related to the ethical and responsible conduct of research Attendance (>90%) at seminar series; Seminar presentation on their research greater) Components: Presentation; Final paper Develop and execute short and long term plans Priority setting Set realistic timelines Organize and sequence tasks Work as part of a team Enact privacy and confidentiality rules Communicate with interdisciplinary peers
the Tri- Council guidelines demonstrate an ability to work independently in terms of collecting research data. develop skills in independent, critical thinking related to their research work. demonstrate ethical and professional behaviour and integrity while representing the School of RHBS 899 Thesis and NA Mentoring by supervisor RHBS 899 and Mentoring by supervisor NA RHBS 899 Thesis and NA Mentoring by supervisor and Advisory Committee Mentoring by supervisor Successful submission to appropriate research ethics board and completion of MSc thesis Successful progression through to completion of MSc thesis Objective 7: On completion of this Attendance (>90%) at course students will demonstrate skills seminar series; Seminar in critical thinking related to research presentation on their research in rehabilitation science NA Evidence of critical thinking in discussions/ presentations to supervisor and Advisory Committee, and successful completion of MSc thesis No identified breaches of ethical compliance or laboratory policies and procedures over the course of their MSc program Objective 8: On completion of this Presentation of their research course students will demonstrate findings in seminar professional behaviour in presentation of their of their research Objective 5: On completion of this course students will demonstrate ability to orally present their research Presentation of their research findings in seminar Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) Critically analyze and synthesize information Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation
Level of communication skills Rehabilitation Therapy as a researcher and as a student demonstrate solid ability to orally communicate their research findings to their peers and to experts in the area of rehabilitation science. develop skills in written dissemination of research findings for peer review. proposal/research findings to faculty and peers RHBS 899 Thesis NA Successful defence of MSc Thesis RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science Objective 6: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to summarize the literature and disseminate research results for academic and non-academic audiences. Student presentation; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation RHBS 899 Thesis NA Publication of MSc thesis findings in peer-reviewed journal RHBS 833 Research Methods Objective 5: At the conclusion of this course students will be able to develop a research proposal in an area of their choice. greater) Components Fall 2013: Rationale, research question; Literature map, annotated bibliography, search strategy; Presentation methodology; Presentation research proposals; Ethics completion of CHRPP; Written research proposal Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Deliver verbal and written information suitable to different audiences (e.g. lay, clinician, researcher, policy-makers) Able to define and defend position Awareness of limits of knowledge demonstrate an understanding of the limits of their research methods within the context RHBS 899 Thesis NA Successful completion and defense of MSc thesis through reasoned response to questioning. Discussion section of thesis reflects the limits of the research results Develop self-awareness of personal abilities and strengths as well as limitations Develop life-long learning style Respond to critique, feedback and evaluation
Appreciation of the broader implications and context of research in Rehabilitation Science of the current literature. appreciate the broader implications of knowledge generated in the rehabilitation science and related fields RHBS 804 Rehabilitation Science RHBS 899 Thesis and interactions with Advisory Committee and supervisor Objective 3: On completion of this course students will demonstrate knowledge of the broader implications of knowledge generated in rehabilitation science and related fields Objective 7: By the completion of this course the student will have the requisite skills and knowledge to integrate knowledge generated in the rehabilitation science field more broadly, such as within the health sciences community and society general. NA Attendance (>90%) at RHBS 803 seminar greater) Components: Student presentations; Discussion paper; Paper for media release; Class participation Professional behaviours in interactions with supervisor and Advisory Committee; Professional presentation of MSc findings at local, national and international conferences Communicate with interdisciplinary peers Connect knowledge related to rehabilitation sciences to health care systems and services