RECH H1402 - Communications, Research & Study Skills
Module Title:
Communications, Research & Study Skills
Language of Instruction:
English
Credits:
5
NFQ Level:
6
Module Delivered In
No Programmes
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to enable students to develop the necessary research, written and oral communication skills to meet the demands of working in the social care profession both with clients and other professionals.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Demonstrate the use of internet tools to aid learning and research
LO2
Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of relevant research methods while using IT skills as a research tool
LO3
Conduct research in a systematic and efficient manner
LO4
Demonstrate effective written skills for academic and professional administrative purposes
LO5
Deliver a presentation with conifdence
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Introduction to Research
Research Definitions
Aims of Research
Overview of Research Methodologies
Observation
Interviews
Questionnaires
Ethical Issues
Confidentiality
Evaluating Research
The Internaet as a Research Tool
Search Engines, Directories & Gateways
Using databases and periodicals online
Evaluating information and research articles
Research in social care
Written Skills
Principles of Academic Writing
Formal writing
Essay writing
The Writing process
Effective Writing Style
Referencing & Citation
Written communication for social care practice
Report writing
Client notes
Contemporaneous notes
Freedom of Information & its implications
Communication Skills
What is meant by good communication?
Characteristics of good communication
Non verbal communication
Preparing presentations
Knowing your audience
Delivering speeches
Participation at meetings or in groups
Observation in Practice
Purpose
Observation guidelines
Methods of observation
Objectice Observations
Assessment and Planning.
Methods of evaluation the assessment process.
Comprehensive system of observations and assessments.
Introduction to Reflective Learning Journal
Meaning of reflection.
Learning journal.
Use of reflection in a journal.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
70.00%
Practical
30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Case Studies
Studetns to complete a reseach proposal and evaluate a research article sourced using online resources
1,2,3,4
70.00
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Students to deliver a presentation on a topic in class
5
30.00
n/a
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment