Course Title: Give straightforward oral presentations for study purposes
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: LANG5866
Course Title: Give straightforward oral presentations for study purposes
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C3403 - Certificate III in EAL (Further Study)
Course Contact: Baia Tsakouridou, Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488
Course Contact Email: baia.tsakouridou@rmit.edu.au; melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Louise McRoberts louise.mcroberts@rmit.edu.au
Jane Saunders jane.saunders@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit of competency, you will be introduced to skills and knowledge required to participate in further study contexts that involve the presentation and discussion of ideas and information in straightforward formal presentations and formal group interactions.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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VU22640 Give straightforward oral presentations for study purposes |
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1. Prepare for a formal group interaction in a study context |
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2. Participate in a formal group interaction in a study context |
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3. Prepare an oral presentation based on a researched topic |
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4. Give an oral presentation based on research |
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5. Review performance in formal group interactions and oral presentations |
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Learning Outcomes
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
The ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Speaking and Listening. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Speaking 2+/3 and Listening 2+/3 and The Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) indicators of competence in Oral Communication at Level 3.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of the Certificate III in EAL (Further Study) which is an integrated program. This means that this unit is studied with one other unit on the same day: GEDU6179 (VU22615) - Investigate issues in the Australian environment and it is part of Cluster 2. The Certificate III in EAL program consists of Face to Face teaching and Directed Study. This cluster will have a minimum of four hours directed study per week (two hours of Directed Study Required and two hours of Directed Study Recommended). The Directed Study Required must be done and the teacher will followed it up in the next class. The Directed Study Recommended is there for you to further develop your skills and we recommend that this too is completed. Attendance is not required during directed study time. An outline of the weekly delivery and directed study is published each week on canvas.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic |
Key Activities |
Elements |
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Week 1
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Introduction to course |
Teacher to introduce course, topics, assessment tasks and accessing the course via Canvas. Handout Assessment Task 1. Students to read with teacher and choose a topic to research on the Australian environment. Class introductions, following template handed out by teacher, in the form of oral presentations. Introduction/body/conclusion. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
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Week 2
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Presentation skills & Report writing |
Read a topic on waste management and take notes to discuss in class and produce a short oral presentation. Students to be guided on presentation skills- sign posting/strategies/language/prepared aids. Use of template to practise giving oral presentations. Students required to write information in three parts with a greeting/summary/body/conclusion.(Taking questions) Introduce report writing-layout and headings needed to include in final report in assessment tasks. Match headings needed in the report with their meanings. (Canvas quiz) |
VU22640 3,4,5 VU22615 1 |
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Week 3
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Presentation skills and Research/note taking |
Students to be introduced to the Australian environment and the issues concerning Australia. Class to watch a short program on various issues concerning the Australian environment. Practice to learn the skills to present an environmental topic. Teacher to hand out topics for students to practise giving information. Example of an ideal oral presentation to be given by the teacher. Topics to choose from:
Skills to do with research, taking notes, paraphrasing and summarising for a piece of writing. In pairs students to write a report incorporating on their chosen topic. |
VU22640 3,4,5 VU22615 1,2 |
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Week 4
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Report Writing Australian Environmental Issue |
Skills to do with report reporting- layout and headings, summarising, use of references, to write a successful report on an Australian environmental issue. Research an Australian environmental issue, (drought/fires), note take and paraphrase the information. Use online plagiarism sites to note authenticity. . Skills to learn how to summarise successfully and practise summarising. Watch ABC documentary "War on Waste" with the students to discuss, take notes, paraphrase and summarise. Students to work in pairs to deliver an oral presentation on the documentary |
VU22640 3,4 VU22615 1,2,3 |
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Week 5
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Assessment Task 1 oral presentation practise Report draft |
Students to practise oral presentations for Assessment Task 1. Peer and self assessment to take place. Review and feedback from the teacher. Draft of reports to be completed for feedback. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
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Week 6
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Report writing and feedback | Students to watch a short video on climate change and the Great Barrier Reef. Take notes - with teacher guidance. Paraphrase the information gathered and summarise the information. Present in report form, using the present tense. Feedback on practice oral presentations. Students to work on improving and changing for submission in week 7. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
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Week 7
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Assessment Task 1 oral presentation |
Oral presentations to begin for Assessment Task 1. Final report due week 9. Peer and self assessment to take place. Review and feedback from the teacher on oral presentation practice and report writing.
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VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
Week 8 |
Introduce Group Collaborations in Preparation for AT2 |
Introduce Group Collaborations in preparation for Assessment Task 2.
Students to work together to assign roles within the group. Students to identify roles, define the roles and assign the roles. Groups to then discuss in class, the effectiveness of their collaboration. One on one with teacher for feedback on Assessment Task 1 may be completed this week. |
VU22640 1,2, VU22615 1,2, |
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Week 9A
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Presentation and Group work (final report on AT 1 due) |
Practice oral presentation within the group. Students given a topic on an Australian environment issue, to research and present in class. Each student to research and present different parts, using the stages of presenting, body language, sign posting, introducing members of the group and concluding with questions from the audience. Self assessment and peer review in the form of discussion to follow. EASTER BREAK Thursday 9 April – Wednesday 15 April (inclusive) |
VU22640 2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2 |
9B |
Presentation and Group work |
Practice oral presentation within the group. Students given a topic on an Australian environment issue, to research and present in class. Each student to research and present different parts, using the stages of presenting, body language, sign posting, introducing members of the group and concluding with questions from the audience. Self assessment and peer review in the form of discussion to follow |
VU22640 2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2 |
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Week 10
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Note taking Paraphrasing Summarising for group oral presentation
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Group work practice. Students to watch an environmental video on an Australian environmental issue to listen, take notes, confer with one another and paraphrase. Compare notes to discuss. Think of possible solutions to the issue.
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VU22640 1,2,3 VU22615 1,2 |
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Week 11
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Prepare for assessment task |
Students to work on Assessment Task 2, ensuring they have collaborated with the teacher and each other on the topic and roles each member of the group will take. Using information online, in newspapers, on the RMIT database, students will take notes and paraphrase the information gathered. Drafts of written work to be handed in for feedback. Practice summarising and rewriting the information to use in the presentation and report. Feedback on practice oral presentations to be given. Students to adjust and improve presentations. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2 |
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Week 12
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Research an Australian Environmental issue /How to reference
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Students to continue researching and note taking. Some time in class will involve the Harvard reference style for websites and images. Students to ensure the use of visual aides is appropriately referenced. Research and working assessment task 2 will continue. Students to present draft pieces of their reports for feedback. Students to continue practising to present their research in groups. Note, speech, pronunciation, use of body language, visual aides, sign posting, eye contact and taking questions. Students to present. |
VU22640 1,3, VU22615 3 |
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Week 13
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Research and presentations Begin Group Presentations |
Collaborations to continue, students to be given time to work together in their groups. All groups to meet with the teacher to discuss progress and/or issues. By this stage all groups will have worked out the order of presentations and material with appropriate references included in the report. The use and type of visual aides to be checked by the teacher. All groups to begin group presentations. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
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Complete Group Presentations |
Presentations to continue if not completed. All other groups to be given feedback and reviews on performance. Upload the report onto Canvas. Evaluation and reflection to be completed by all students in their groups and of each other. |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
| Week 15 | Review |
Any groups or students who need to submit other/more information OR resubmit any work will be given this time to complete. Assessment Task 2 due |
VU22640 1,2,3,4,5 VU22615 1,2,3 |
| Week 16 | Feedback on progress | One on one feedback and review by teacher on second assessment task. | |
| Week 17 | Assessment re submissions; finalise assessments | Finalise assessments assessment and results; assessment re-sits; end of semester exit interviews | |
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Course Dates Semester 1: Monday 10 February – Friday 12 June 2020 Mid-semester break: Thursday 9 April – Wednesday 15 April (inclusive) Public Holidays: 9 March 2020 (Labor Day); 8 June (Queens Birthday) maybe subject to change. Students will be advised via CANVAS and in class should changes occur.
Your program is made up of:
All students will be inducted. The induction includes:
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts in this course, but it is recommended that you bring:
- English-English dictionary (we ask that you do not use a translation dictionary)
- Thesaurus
- Display folder with plastic sleeves
- Highlighter pens
- Notebook or loose leaf paper
- Headphones with microphone (use your own or they can be purchased from the Carlton Library very cheaply)
- USB (Memory stick)
- BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) - Laptop (if you have one)
The teacher will provide handouts and resources during class time. You can locate these resources on Canvas..
Overview of Assessment
This course is part of a full-time integrated program. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by observation of performance in formal group interaction and oral presentation, portfolio of evidence, verbal questions or review of notes, aids and supports.
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester, in both oral and written form, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT university student as well as the responsibilities of the university. This can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities/student-charter
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy
Assessment Tasks
Assessment will take place throughout the course. Your work is assessed on a Competent (C) / Not Yet Competent (NYC) basis – it is not graded. Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks. There will be individual and group projects completed both in and out of class.
Assessment is ongoing and its purpose is to develop your research, note taking and writing skills. Assistance will be given in redrafting and editing written assessment tasks because developing your ability to identify and correct your own mistakes is an important part of the learning process. It is important that you read the specific elements each assessment task addresses on the cover sheet for each task. At the time of setting assessments you will be given clear guidelines about which course, elements and performance criteria you will need to meet in order to successfully complete the task. Submission dates & deadlines will also be clearly explained.
This program consists of two tasks:
Task 1: Individual Research Project - Australian Environment (Week 7-9)
This task will involve preparing and planning an oral presentation on a researched topic on an Australian Environmental issue. In addition, this task requires a written report on the research gathered. The report will need to be written and submitted along with the assessment task.
Task 2: Group Research Project - Australian Environment (Week 13-15)
This task will involve preparing and producing a group oral presentation on a researched topic on an Australian Environmental issue. In addition, this task requires a written report on the research gathered. Each student will need to prepare information that varies to others within the group. The report will be written and submitted individually.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Matrix
Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to the required skills and knowledge. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. To successfully complete this unit you will need to demonstrate that you are competent in each element of the unit/subject.
You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or student co-ordinator. An assessment matrix will be available on myRMIT.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your course involves participating in face to face classes. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to successfully complete this course.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student program policy www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academicprogress
You will be asked to attend mid-semester and end of semester interviews with relevant teachers and Program Co-ordinator. The interviews are an important part of giving you feedback and supporting you through your program by monitoring your academic progress
Special consideration policy (Late submissions):
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Extension www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Special consideration is an assessment adjustment for unexpected circumstances that are outside your control, which:
• have a significant adverse impact on your performance in assessment or
• prevent you from attempting or submitting the assessment. Special Consideration www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy
www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
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