Course Title: Articulate, present and debate ideas
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: COMM7367C
Course Title: Articulate, present and debate ideas
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5382 - Diploma of Product Design
Course Contact: Robin Blood
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4683
Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using creative techniques in order to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBCRT401 Articulate, present and debate ideas |
Element: |
1. Analyse ideas for communication to others |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Distil key themes, messages and positions to aid in clarity of thought and presentation 1.2 Reflect on different ways of communicating ideas for different purposes and to different people 1.3 Identify the enabling skills and attributes of individuals who can effectively participate in discussions about ideas |
Element: |
2. Provoke response and reaction |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Explore and use different techniques to engage, fascinate and involve others in the process of communication and exchange 2.2 Explore the ways that storytelling can be used to communicate ideas 2.3 Create innovative approaches to different communication challenges 2.4 Be prepared to take risks in the way ideas are presented 2.5 Identify specific ways to provoke and encourage response in particular individuals or groups |
Element: |
3. Debate and discuss ideas |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Present and argue substantiated positions on ideas 3.2 Be open to critical analysis of own ideas and to the ideas of others 3.3 Identify and participate in conversations that challenge and explore different concepts and approaches and generate new ideas 3.4 Respond to questions about ideas with confidence and relevant information 3.5 Reflect on and appraise the views of others, and use to refine ideas and to embrace new ideas |
Learning Outcomes
This unit applies to individuals who contribute and present ideas that may be complex in nature and may relate to new products, services, processes or creative works using a degree of risk taking and storytelling.
Details of Learning Activities
Presenting, justifying and debating your ideas are an essential part of maintaining your design influence in a project.This course will allow you to build analytical, research and presentation skills around work to help you develop your skills in presenting your ideas. You will be introduced to strategies that you can apply to your design practice.
This course will be delivered online and will be part of your mechanical/electrical design class.
There are 2 assessable tasks that you will undertake within the semester. Each task has a brief attached. One of the tasks will be a detailed discussion conducted through canvas on a supplied topic and the other will be linked to one of the projects in the mechanical/electrical course that you will participate in this semester.
Teaching Schedule
| Schedule | ||
| Week | Topic | Project Deliverables |
| 1 | ||
| 2 | Introduction to the course Introduction Assessment tasks Brief for Task 1 |
Assessment Task 1: Brief |
| 3 | Presenting your work | in-class workshop |
| 4 | Practice Presentations | Assessment task 1: Practice presentations |
| 5 | Constructive criticism. Defending your work | in-class discussion |
| 6 | Assessment Task 2: Preparing discussion topics | Assessment task 2: Brief |
| 7 | Presentation Preparation |
in-class workshop Assessment Task 1, Part 1: Due |
| 8 | CANVAS discussion topics are live | Assessment Task 1, Part 2 |
| 9 | Practice Presentations | Task 2 discussion |
| 10 | Presentations | |
| 11 |
Task 1 Review: Assessment task 2: In-class debate and discussion session. |
|
| 12 | Finalise CANVAS discussion topics | |
| 13 | Design Folio review | Assessment task 1: Part 4 Due |
| 14 | Design Folio review | Assessment task 2: Due |
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
This course is delivered in the same class time as the Design component for GRAP 6374 Develop products incorporating mechanical/electrical features. Assessment Task 1 will use the design presentation for Task 2 for GRAP 6374 Develop products incorporating mechanical/electrical features. Task 2 is separate.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will need to refer to CANVAS as teaching resources may vary according to teaching schedule and task requirements.
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
Study Support https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:
EXAMPLES
- Practical tasks, a major project
- direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques
- written and/or oral questioning and discussion to assess knowledge and understanding
- completion of a design journal and/or portfolio including personal reflection and feedback
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
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Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher for each assessment task.
Assessment Task 1: Articulate and Present an Idea
Due: Refer below
Part 1: Plan for the Presentation
Due Week 7*
Part 2: Develop the support materials
Due Week 8*
Part 3: Deliver the presentation
Due Week 8*
Part 4: Identify opportunities to apply feedback
Due Week 13*
Assessment Task 2: Debate Ideas
Due Week 14*
*Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
Course Overview: Access Course Overview