Module Details
Module Code: |
COMM C1701 |
Module Title:
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Communications Research and Study Skills
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Title:
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Communications Research and Study Skills
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Janette Davies
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Module Author:: |
Edel Glowatz
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to prepare social care students for study at higher level while also developing introductory research, communication, collaboration and teamwork skills necessary for social care practice.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate academic integrity, effective academic writing and referencing skills (D2: P6, P7) |
LO2 |
Gather, analyse and evaluate research evidence and understand the research process and principles of evidence based practice (D2: P6, P7, D5: P5, P17) |
LO3 |
Demonstrate the use of communication technology and the application of digital literacy skills in a presentation to an audience of peers (D2: P7, P13) |
LO4 |
Reflect on the importance of communication, collaboration and team work in social care practice (D1:P18, D2: P7, P11, P13, P15, P16, D4:P3, D:5 P13; P19) |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Introduction to writing and study skills
Principles of academic integrity, academic writing, process, different styles, sourcing evidence and secondary research for academic purposes, search engines, study skills, using citations and referencing, developing a clear and objective approach to writing (D1. P7, P18, D2: P6, P7)
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Introduction to research
Definition, process and overview of approaches and methods, ethics in research, evaluating competing theories, evaluating research evidence, introduction to evidence-informed practice (D1: P7, P18, P6, P7,D4: P5 D5: P17, P18)
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Communication skills
Characteristics of good communication, verbal and non verbal communication, barriers to effective communication, speaking in public and presentations, using powerpoint and other technologies, principles of effective group/team work, facilitation and conflict management techniques. Digital skills for Higher Education and social care practice. Introduction to digital literacy skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, online safety skills, digital culture, collaboration and creativity, online privacy and online rights, identity and well being, ethics and responsibility, social media and professional boundaries, intercultural awareness in social care (D1. P7, P18, D2: P2, P6, P7, P11, P13, P15, P16, D4: P1, P3, D5: P13, P19)
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Introduction to reflective writing
Introduction to reflective writing, purpose of reflection, reflective cycles and use of models, integrating new learning into future practice (D1: P7, P18, D2: P7, P8, D2: P2, P6, P7, P11, P13, P15, P16, D4: P3, D5: P13, P19)
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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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 |
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Contact |
Lectures will communicate knowledge and ideas from lecturer to student (D1: P7, P18,D2: P2, P6, P7, P11, P13, P15, P16, D4: P3, D5: P5, P13, P17, P18, P19). |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Recommended reading and Independent learning supported with e-learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop strong and autonomous work practices supported with online learning materials to assist independent learning (D1: P7, P18,D2: P6, P7, P11, P13, P16, D4: P1, D5: P5, P17, P18, P19)
Groupwork and presentation rehearsal and preparation (D1: P7, P18,D2: P2, P6, P7, P11, P13, P15, P16, D4: P3, D5: P5, P13, P17, P18, P19). |
15 Weeks per Stage |
3.40 |
51 |
Tutorial |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Assignment |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
3.33 |
50 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Beesley, P and Watts, M and Harrison, M.. (2018), Developing your Communication Skills in Social Work, Sage, London.
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Cottrell, S. (2019), The Study Skills Handbook, 5th edition. McMillan, London.
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Crawford, K, Price, M and Price, B. (2015), Groupwork Practice for Social Workers, 1, Sage, London.
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Lyons, D and Brown, T. (Eds).. (2021), Proficiency Guide: Guide to the Standards of Proficiencies for Social Care Workers, 1st.
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Moss, B.. (2017), Communication Skills in Health & Social Care, 4th edition. Sage, London.
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Penn, P. (2020), The Psychology of Effective Studying, 1st. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9781138570924].
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Reedy, K and Parker, J. (2018), Digital Literacy Unpacked, Facet Publishing, London.
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Wisker, G. (2018), The Undergraduate Research Guide, 2nd. McMillan, London.
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Other Resources |
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CORU. (2019), Role of social care wokers registration
board,
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CORU. (2019), Code of Professional Ethics for Social
Care Workers,
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Data Protection Commissioner. (2019), Data protection legislation,
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FOI Central Policy Unit. (2019), What is Freedom of Information,
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HSE. (2018), Good practice in Person-Centred
Intercultural Care, Dublin, HSE,
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IT Carlow. (2019), Academic Skills: Skills for Learning
Skills for Success, IT Carlow Teaching and Learning, IT Carlow,
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Social Care Ireland. What is Social Care,
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