Course Title: Create a range of complex texts for learning purposes
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2017
Course Code: GEDU5444
Course Title: Create a range of complex texts for learning purposes
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C3305 - Certificate III in Science
Course Contact: Namrita Kaul
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4309
Course Contact Email: namrita.kaul@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Cynthia Skruzny
cynthia.skruzny@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 25
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
There are none
Course Description
The focus of the unit is on writing skills to create complex texts which are relevant to the further study context. Its emphasis is on structured reflective and opinion texts used in a range of study environments.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VBQU161 Create a range of complex texts for learning purposes |
Element: |
1 Select and plan for texts for learning purposes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Range of complex text options is researched 1.2 The purpose and audience of the texts is clarified 1.3 Structure, style and format requirements are analysed 1.4 Required resources to complete the text are organized or obtained 1.5 Content is gathered, synthesized and arranged |
Element: |
2. Produce a portfolio of complex texts for learning purposes |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Structure, style and format is appropriately applied 2.2 Content and language is appropriate and relevant to the writing purpose 2.3 Texts in chosen option(s) are proof read and edited prior to presentation 2.4 Feedback on effectiveness of texts is elicited 2.5 Completed text is submitted appropriately |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Worksheets
Debates.
Classroom participation
Group work
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Thursday |
Topic |
1 |
7th September |
Course overview and assessment outline; |
2 |
14th September |
Spelling: Homonyms & Confusing words; Informative writing introduction; Informative Writing examples & exercises (Assessment 1 Uploaded) |
3 |
21st September |
Paraphrasing & Summarising; Referencing; (Avoiding Plagiarism) Informative Writing examples & exercises
|
4 |
28th September |
Debating skills. (Assessment 2 uploaded) Persuasive writing. |
5 |
5th October |
Debating Skills. Persuasive Writing examples (Assessment 3 uploaded) Newspaper Article Samples/Exercises |
6 |
12th October |
Independent group work to prepare for the debate. Private study – start work on Assessment 3 |
7 |
19th October |
Assessment 2: Debate on a given topic |
8 |
26th October |
Assessment 3: Persuasive Writing Due - to be submitted on Blackboard Finalise “Assessment 3 on Persuasive Writing” in Class. |
9 |
2nd November |
Q & A Review |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course may include assignments, presentations , tests and group work.
Assessment Tasks
# |
Assessment task |
Due Date |
Assessment Weighting % of final mark |
1 |
Informative Writing Submit on Blackboard |
28th September 2017 11.59pm |
30% |
2 |
Debate Submit debate arguments on Blackboard Debate held in class |
2.1 8th October 11.59pm 2.2 19th October debate in class |
30% |
3 |
Persuasive Writing Submit on Blackboard |
26th October 2017 11.59pm |
40% |
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency based assessment, but which also utilises graded assessment
CHD Competent with High Distinction (80 – 100%)
CDI Competent with Distinction (70 – 79%)
CC Competent with Credit (60 – 69%)
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded (50 – 59%)
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
- All assessment types must be passed (worksheets, writing assignments). You can’t make up marks from one type of assessment to another (e.g. pass the worksheets but fail one of the writing components).
- Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension will not be corrected.
- APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (available online http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application is lodged with the School Admin Office on Level 6, Bdg 51, or emailed to the Coordinator (namrita.kaul@rmit.edu.au).
- Students requiring extensions longer than 7 days must apply for Special Consideration (see the ‘Help me’ link in blackboard, via myRMIT studies or http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration) For missed assessments such as exams you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form.
- This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence (e.g. medical certificate), prior to, or within, 48 hours of the scheduled time of examination.
- If you miss an assessment task due to unavoidable circumstances, you need to follow the procedure of special consideration and apply within the allowed time e frame
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