Lecture; active learning; flipped classroom; experiential learning
Module Aim:
This module aims to provide a foundation in the values, principles and behaviours associated with academic writing, research and writing for different audiences.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Write academically showing respect for academic conventions and mores
LO2
Produce written work for different audiences and with the audience in mind
LO3
Demonstrate digital literacy and information skills
LO4
Manage and engage with own learning autonomously and with others
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
Academic writing
Academic values; plagiarism; referencing; writing styles; essay writing for college; recognising and finding scholarly material
Writing for audiences
Audiences and their needs; pivoting your writing to accomodate audiences; different genres of writing; professional writing
Digital literacy and information technology
Online research; using the digital library; identifying scholarly material online; using and understanding anti-plagiarism software
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Essay
Academic essay
1,2,3,4
50.00
n/a
Written Report
Report or other industry writing e.g. journalism depending on cohort
2,3,4
50.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment