Advice for Constructing a Productive Supervisory Relationship in Education Research

Ciara Lee¹, Hanna Olson², Megan Anakin³

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¹ Department of General Practice and Rural Health, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
² Department of Oral Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
³ Education Unit, Dunedin School of Medicine, Otago Medical School, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, 9054 New Zealand.

PMID: 36532405
PMCID: PMC9755438
DOI: 10.1007/s40670-022-01688-6

Advice for Constructing a Productive Supervisory Relationship in Education Research

Ciara Lee et al. Med Sci Educ. 2022.

. 2022 Nov 19;32(6):1521-1526.

doi: 10.1007/s40670-022-01688-6. eCollection 2022 Dec.

Authors

Ciara Lee¹, Hanna Olson², Megan Anakin³

Affiliations

¹ Department of General Practice and Rural Health, Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
² Department of Oral Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
³ Education Unit, Dunedin School of Medicine, Otago Medical School, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, 9054 New Zealand.

PMID: 36532405
PMCID: PMC9755438
DOI: 10.1007/s40670-022-01688-6

Abstract

Practical advice is offered for a positive and productive supervisory relationship. Tips to get started include suggestions to consider about possible reasons, assumptions, and expectations for engaging in education research. Once a relationship is established, we emphasise the importance of constructing appropriate research questions, understanding the use of theory, and developing time management strategies. We consider the practicalities of initiating a research project and the reflexivity required to maintain shared expectations. We address potential challenges which may disrupt the research process. Finally, we present a set of reflective prompts for supervisors and students to consider before starting a project together.

Keywords: Education; Research; Supervision; Supervisory relationship; Undergraduate students.

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