CHLD C1701 - Academic Writing and Enquiry in Higher Education
Module Details
Module Code:
CHLD C1701
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:
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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 in teaching and learning within Higher Education; 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 Assessment
100.00%
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.. (2019), The Study Skills Handbook., Palgrave Macmillan.
Cottrell, S.. (2017), Critical Thinking Skills, 3rd. Red Globe Press.
Mc Millan, K. and Weyers, J.. How to Write Essays & Assignments, Pearson Education Ltd.
Hargie, O., Saunders, C. & Dickson, D.. Skilled Interpersonal Communication: Research, Theory and Practice, Routledge.
IT Carlow. Credit where Credit is Due, IT Carlow Referencing Guide.
This module does not have any article/paper resources