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Research Topic — Development of  automatic fall detection system(wearable device) for elderly people

Research Methods

The learning outcomes that are assessed by this coursework are:

1. Systematic understanding of research methodology and practice.

2. Ability to interpret and critically appraise the research of others.

3. Ability to develop a research proposal

4. Ability to plan a meaningful and original research project.

Assignment Tasks to be undertaken:

This assignment is intended to support the development of a clear research thesis proposal through:

• A concise introduction to the problem context

• The presentation of a clear aim and set of objectives adapted from assignment A

• An extended literature survey from assignment A

• An explanation and justification of the methodology that you intend to adopt for the study

• If relevant, a summary of any ethical issues that you anticipate and how these will be addressed

• A summary of the potential risks to the research and how these will be managed

• A workplan for the proposed study including Milestones.

This assignment should not be more than 3,000 words excluding references.

Excellent work which demonstrates that the student:

• Possesses an authoritative grasp of the conceptual context within which the work was undertaken.

• Is able to display originality, insight and powers of in-depth critical analysis in the solution offered and/or is able to sustain an argument displaying originality, insight into current debates and conceptual positions, in-depth critical analysis, and is capable of expressing this argument clearly, concisely and accurately.

• Possesses a high degree of relevant technical competence.