Course Title: Apply essential further study skills
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: GEDU6187
Course Title: Apply essential further study skills
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4399 - Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study)
Course Contact: Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4059
Course Contact Email: melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Angela Borrelli 51.2.02
Melanie Kyle 51.2.02
Nominal Hours: 90
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit of competency, you will be introduced to skills and knowledge required to prepare to study and participate effectively in a tertiary learning environment.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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VU21881 Apply essential further study skills |
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1. Analyse the requirements of tertiary learning environments |
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2. Investigate library services |
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3. Use effective reading strategies to analyse complex texts |
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4. Produce complex texts |
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5. Develop collaborative learning relationships |
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Learning Outcomes
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
The ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Reading 3/3+ and Writing 3/3+ and The Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) which is an integrated program. This means that you will study this unit with one other unit on the same day. This cluster will have a minimum of 5 hours Directed Study per week (two hours of Directed Study Required and three hours of Directed Study Recommended). You are not required to attend to complete Directed Study, however you are expected to complete all work given and will at times be required to show evidence that the work has been completed in this unit. An outline of your Directed Study is published each week in the Modules section on Canvas.
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program. This unit is taught with VU22648 (GEDU6184) Read and write complex texts for study purposes.
Examples of how you will practice and study the units:
READING
You are encouraged to read a wide range of texts relevant to the study context. You will:
- read academic texts
- study current issues
- research skills
WRITING
In a variety of writing activities, you will improve your sentence structure and learn how to use different writing styles. This will include extended written responses such as academic essays and research reports. You will:
- learn to locate and record references used
- learn about research for essay 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.
COLLABORATION
- collaborative working strategies
- learning relationships
All students will have an induction into RMIT. The induction includes:
- Induction Booklet available on Canvas
- Orientation to RMIT Libraries
Teaching Schedule
Course Dates: Monday 8 February - Friday 11 June 2021
Mid semester break (Easter): Thursday 1 April - Wednesday 7 April 2021
Public Holidays: 8 March 2021 (Labour Day) & 26 April 2021 (Anzac Day)
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program. This unit is taught with VU22648 (GEDU6184) Read and write complex texts for study purposes.
Week |
Topic |
Activities
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Elements |
Week 1 |
Reading and comprehension |
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VU22648 E 3 VU21881 E 1 |
Week 2 |
Investigate tertiary learning environments
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VU22648 E 1 VU21881 E 1 |
Week 3 |
Investigate RMIT library services
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VU22648- E 1 VU21881- E 1, 2 |
Week 4 |
Read & analyse a range of complex texts
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VU22648- E 1 VU21881 –E 3 |
Week 5 |
Investigate the requirements of academic essays |
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VU22648- E 3
VU21881- E 3, 4 |
Week 6 |
Paragraph Writing
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VU22648- E 3
VU21881 -E 3,4 |
Week 7 |
Research & Evaluating credibility of research
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VU22648-E2,3,4 VU21881- E 3 |
Week 8 |
Essay Planning |
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VU22648- E 3,4 VU21881- E 3, 4 |
Week 9 |
Essay Writing |
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VU22648- E 3,4 VU21881- E 3, 4 |
Week 10 |
Essay proofreading & editing
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VU22648- E 3,4,5 VU21881-E4 |
| Week 11 | Investigate requirements of academic reports |
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VU22648-E1,2 VU21881-E4
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Week 12 |
Report Structure & Language
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VU22648-E2,4 VU21881-E3,5
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Week 13 |
Report Planning
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VU22648-E2,3,4 VU21881-E3
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Week 14 |
Report Writing
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VU22648-E2,3,4 VU21881-E3 |
Week 15 |
Report Writing |
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VU22648-E2,3,4 VU21881-E3 |
Week 16 |
Final Report Writing
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VU22648-E3,4,5 VU21881-E4 |
Week 17 |
Assessment re-submissions |
Assessment resubmissions; finalise assessment |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are not set texts in this course but it is recommended that you bring:
- Laptop computer
- Headphones & microphone
- Access to Canvas
- Display folder with plastic sleeves
- Highlighter pens
- Notebook or loose leaf paper in folder
- Dictionary/thesaurus
- Canvas app on mobile device
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 quizzes, notetaking, summaries and short answer responses, essays and research reports and groupwork.
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 Task 1: Access, Read and Understand Academic Texts - Full task (Week 4)
In this assessment task, students will learn about tertiary learning environments, visit the RMIT Library as well as read and analyze a range of complex texts.
Assessment Task 2: Extended Written Response (Essay) - Draft (Week 9); Final (Week 11)
In this assessment task, students will be provided an essay topic which will require students to evaluate the research, take notes from relevant academic texts and create an essay plan before writing and editing an academic essay.
Assessment Task 3: Research Report - Draft (Week 15); Final (Week 16)
In this assessment task, students will work in groups 3-4 to plan, research and discuss a complex issue in Australia. Then each student will produce an individual report using the shared research texts.
Formative assessment may also be used: ongoing observations, summaries and review of student work
Assessments tasks will include other courses (Units of competency) from the program.
Assessment Appeals, Reasonable Adjustment and Extensions
Students can appeal assessment decisions using these forms:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals
Students may be able to access reasonable adjustment such as an extension of time or a smaller group if appropriate. Students should contact the assessor at least one week prior to the assessment if they wish to be considered for reasonable adjustment.
www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Assessment Matrix
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 as assessed in the assessment tasks.
You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or program coordinator. An assessment matrix will be available on Canvas.
Other Information
Attendance
This course will be delivered using a blended approach; face to face classes and online, synchronous 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 may be asked to attend mid-semester and end of semester interviews with relevant teachers and the Program Coordinator. These 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
Recognition of Prior Learning/RCC/Credit Transfer
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) and/or Credit Transfer may be available depending on your previous work and life experiences, formal, informal or non formal learning, completed accredited qualification/s or completed units. Please discuss this with the Program Coordinator.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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