Course Title: Prepare for tertiary reading and writing
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: GEDU6092
Course Title: Prepare for tertiary reading and writing
School: 360T Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4386 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Melanie Kyle
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4052
Course Contact Email: melanie.kyle@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Assumed knowledge:
To successfully undertake this unit, minimum language, literacy and numeracy skills that align to level 3 of ACSF are recommended.
Course Description
This course will be delivered in a blended mode. This means that the delivery is both online and face to face. By studying online in this course you will develop your independent learning skills in preparation for tertiary study. You will develop research and analysis skills in a tertiary study context. This unit of competency is taught in conjunction with VU21868 (GEDU6095).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU21865 Prepare for tertiary reading and writing |
Element: |
1. Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to respond to study tasks |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Determine the purpose and audience for the task 1.2 Identify key terms and concepts 1.3 Determine types of input needed to complete the task 1.4 Analyse concepts using critical thinking skills 1.5 Consider advice from others in determining response to the task 1.6 Research academic support services available to students |
Element: |
2. Synthesise information from a variety of sources for academic purposes |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine information needs 2.2 Access resources from a variety of sources 2.3 Evaluate and sort sources taking into account reliability and relevance 2.4 Summarise and record relevant information 2.5 Record sources of information |
Element: |
3. Produce written responses to academic tasks |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Analyse task requirements and assessment criteria and plan response 3.2 Identify the features and language of academic writing style required 3.3 Construct coherent response integrating sources effectively to meet task requirements 3.4 Review writing with others and adjust accordingly 3.5 Revise final draft for logic, relevance, structure, and effective use of sources according to assessment criteria 3.6 Proof read and edit final draft to meet task requirements |
Element: |
4. Reference sources effectively using appropriate conventions |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Select appropriate system of referencing 4.2 Accurately record reference information for each citation 4.3 Use conventions and word processing formatting appropriately 4.4 Proof read for accuracy |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competence of the above elements. The outcomes described in this unit relate to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) and Australian Qualities Framework (AQF).
http://www.acer.edu.au/cspa/australian-core-skills-framework
http://www.aqf.edu.au/aqf/in-detail/aqf-levels/
They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF/AQF indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation program. This competency will have blended delivery: online and face to face.
It will cover academic skills in analysis, critical thinking, research and academic writing for tertiary study.
Reading
You will be taught research and analytical skills over a wide range of texts relevant to the study context.
You will:
• read, analyse and review complex texts for research purposes
WRITING
In a variety of writing activities, you will improve your academic skills and learn how to use different writing styles that are appropriate for your study context.This will include producing an annotated bibliography and an academic research report.
You will:
• take notes from a range of complex texts
• learn to locate and record references used
• learn about research, report writing
• learn to plan, draft and proofread your work.
• construct formatted texts for study purposes
• become familiar with academic discourse
The revision of important grammatical structures will be incorporated into each activity.
Course Dates:
5 February – 1 June 2018
Mid Semester Break:
Thursday 29 March – Wednesday 4 April 2018
Public Holidays:
Monday 12 March 2018
Wednesday 25 April 2018
Teaching Schedule
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program.This unit is clustered with VU21868(GEDU6095) Conduct Online Research for further study which is also delivered using blended mode (online and face to face).
The content of this course will be contextualised according to the stream: Science, Engineering, Business or Legal.
Week |
VU21865 Prepare for tertiary reading and writing VU21868 Conduct online research |
VU21865 |
VU21868 |
1 |
Reading Strategies Online: Welcome Announcement Teacher Introduction Post Student Introduction on Discussion board Course Overview and Assessment Guide Privacy and Social Media Guidelines (Induction Booklet) Efficient reading strategies- skim & scan (Learning Lab) Activity-Reading, scanning and comprehension
Face to face: Explanation of and modelling blended delivery Induction: CANVAS & accessing online courses, invoices and RMIT email Review/practice reading, scanning and comprehension |
E1 |
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2 |
Research and note-taking Online: iSearch Library Research Skills –Get Started Reading, Note taking: Learning Lab Activity- read and take notes from article, complete quiz
Face to face: Review/practice listening & note taking from AV text |
E1 |
E1 E2 E3 |
3 |
Paragraph Writing Online: iSearch Library –Search Activity- taking notes and summarising longer text Paragraph Writing- topic sentences and linking words
Face to face: Topic sentence & paragraph scramble activities CANVAS: how to use, submit assignments and access feedback |
E1 E3 |
E1 E2 |
4 |
Paraphrasing Online: iSearch Library -Evaluate What is an expert? Activity-read and paraphrase Assessment Task 3: Paragraph Writing Due Monday 26 February to CANVAS
Face to face: Paraphrasing & in text citations |
E1 E3 |
E 1 E2 |
5 |
Referencing Online: iSearch Library -Reference Referencing styles Annotated bibliography models & structure Activity-Write practice Annotation/Business Writing Start Assessment Task 5: Annotated Bibliography or Business Writing Face to face: Critical thinking CAPOW activity Referencing, writing annotations and/or business writing topics
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E1 E2 E3 E4
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E1 E2 E3 |
6 |
Topic focus & Synthesizing Mind mapping tutorial Synthesising Learning Lab tutorial Write practice synthesis & submit to Turnitin Assessment Task 5 Annotated bibliography or Business Writing topic focus and research Face to face: Topic focus & mind mapping Synthesizing and in text citations Using databases for research Templates and style guide |
E1 E3 E4
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E 1 E2 E3 E4 |
7 |
Academic writing Academic Writing Style Academic Writing and ReferencingActivities Assessment Task 5: Annotated bibliography or Business Writing draft due Monday 19 March submit to CANVAS Face to face: Academic writing style and reporting verbs Analyse sample annotations & read model Annotated Bibliographies/Business Writing texts |
E1 E2 E3 E4 |
E 1 E2 E3 |
8a/b |
Skills Revision Complete reference list quiz Read teacher feedback on draft in CANVAS & redraft/edit as required
Face to face: How to read & interpret feedback Explain marking rubrics Review synthesizing & analyse samples Practise Academic writing style |
E4
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9 |
Editing Assessment tasks
Editing and Proofreading Assessment Task 5: Annotated Bibliography or Business Writing due Monday 9 April submit to CANVAS Start Assessment Task 7: Academic Report
Face to face: Report structure: Use ‘Report Writing Process’ (Learning Lab PDF handout) Complete quiz/pair activity View model academic report on Learning Lab Read through Assessment Task 7: Academic Report & check resources |
E 1 E2 E3 E4 |
E1 E2 E3 |
10 |
Report Writing Online: Academic writing style Report Writing Sections of a report and a sample report
Face to face: Analyse sample Academic Reports – SATISFACTORY or NOT YET SATISFACTORY Turn topic into a question Explain Structure & Language document Write draft Introduction in class |
E1 E3 |
E1 E2 E3 |
11 |
Academic Report Online:
Topic focus and research Report structure and language activities Assessment Task 7: Academic Report - Choose 3-4 relevant academic texts, use appropriate Reference Style & record in CAPOW table
Face to face: Analyse model reports Review Reporting verbs Review features of Introduction and Findings Write draft Introduction in class Write Findings for Directed Study |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
|
E1 E 2 E3 |
12 |
Interpreting Graphs Online: Assessment Task 7: Academic Report Reading and interpreting graphs and diagrams
Face to face: Preparation for Academic Report Interpreting, describing trends and labelling graphs/diagrams Review features/structure of Discussion section of report Start draft Discussion in class |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3 |
13 |
Academic Report Online: Assessment Task 7: Academic Report write Discussion section
Face to face: language and purpose of Discussion section of academic report with emphasis on synthesizing |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3 |
14 |
Editing and Proofreading Online: Editing and proofreading activity Assessment Task 7: Academic Report DRAFT due Monday 14 May to CANVAS
Face to face: Peer and self- edit draft academic report using editing checklist |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
|
E1 E 2 E3 |
15 |
Re drafting Online: Assessment Task 7: Academic Report Check teacher feedback in CANVAS Edit/redraft using checklist Face to face: Support with redrafting and editing final academic report |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3 |
16 |
Academic Report Online: Assessment Task 7: Academic Report due Wednesday 30 May to CANVAS Face to face: Support with Academic Report resubmission (if applicable) |
E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
This competency will have blended delivery: online using CANVAS and face to face. At the induction session in the first week of your program you will be given guidelines on using the CANVAS system.
Additional information about using CANVAS is available in the Induction Booklet. For information technology needs and online learning tools see: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=hi8nszlw2pr
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts for this course however it is recommended that you have:
- Laptop computer
- Headphones
- USB (Memory stick)
Overview of Assessment
This competency is part of an 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. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or written tasks.
Feedback:
Both verbal and written feedback will be provided throughout the semester, as well as individual and group feedback on practical exercises.
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 manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/supporting-learning-and-teaching/student-charter/ summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT University student as well as the responsibilities of the university.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1
Assessment Tasks
Assessment will take place throughout the course.Your work is assessed on a competent (CA)/not yet competent (NYC) basis.
You will be given written feedback on all assessment tasks.
Assessment is ongoing and its purpose is to develop your skills.You will be given the opportunity of checkpoints throughout the course to develop your ability to identify and correct your own mistakes which 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.
All assessment must be submitted through CANVAS.
Summative Assessments:
Assessment Task 3: Paragraph Writing (due Week 4)
Read and write a cohesive paragraph with topic sentence and supporting sentences.
Assessment Task 5: Annotated Bibliography or Business Writing (draft due Week 7 and final due Week 9)
Research, read and critically analyse academic texts and complete an annotated bibliography.
Assessment Task 7: Academic Report (due Week 16)
Research, read and critically analyse a topic and write a cohesive report.
All assessment tasks including electronically recorded student work will be kept by the University for student feedback and to meet government requirements.
Assessment Matrix
Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. 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.
You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or Program Coordinator. An assessment delivery plan will be available on Blackboard (myRMIT).
Other Information
For every piece of work submitted online you will complete an e-Declaration. The signed cover sheet or e-Declaration acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Attendance
It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required leaning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain competency.
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
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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