Module Details

Module Code: RECH
Module Title: Academic Writing and Enquiry in Higher Education
Title: Academic Writing and Enquiry in Higher Education
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Janette Davies
Module Author:: Edel Glowatz
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to develop and nurture student academic writing and enquiry-based skills necessary in Higher Education and prepare students to navigate the academic resources.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Highlight differences in online and classroom-based learning mediums;
LO2 Demonstrate the ability to gather, analyse, and evaluate literature;
LO3 Demonstrate effective academic writing and referencing skills;
LO4 Recognise the importance of effective writing and critical thinking across Higher Education;
LO5 Recognise the importance of effective communication and collaboration in Higher Education.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Learning in Higher Education
Differences teaching and learning within Higher Education; Email Etiquette, Note-taking, and becoming an effective learner; Time-management and Organisation - schedules and deadlines; Reading skills for different purposes in Higher Education • Independent learning and working in groups
Academic Writing for Higher Education
Academic writing; how is it different? Essay writing; structure, argument and critical thinking; Referencing; citations and reference lists; Research; resources available, how to become an efficient and effective researcher, how to evaluate research; Plagiarism; how to avoid it and tools which can help
Oral and Communication Skills
Importance of effective communication; What is meant by good communication? Barriers to communication; Characteristics of good communicators; Nonverbal communication; Preparing presentations; Delivering speeches/presentations.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Students will participate in the Online Academic Integrity Module and critically reflect on their experiences and expectations of transitioning to Higher Education
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 60
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will provide written work for assessment based on the evaluation of two academic publications;
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will work in groups to deliver a pre-recorded group oral presentation
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Per Semester 2.00 50
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Per Semester 3.00 75
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 1.50 1.5
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Cottrell, S.. (2013), The Study Skills Handbook., Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Hargie, O., Saunders, C. & Dickson, D.. Skilled Interpersonal Communication: Research, Theory and Practice, Routledge.
  • Moss, B.. (2008), Communication skills for health and social care., London: Sage Publications.
  • O’Rawe, M., & Murphy, B.. (2016), The Right Way to Write: an Academic Writing Guide for First Year Undergraduates., School of Hospitality Management and Tourism TU Dublin.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: