Course Title: Conduct online research for further study
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: GEDU6095
Course Title: Conduct online research for further study
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4386 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Jane Collins
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488
Course Contact Email: jane.collins@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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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 VU21865 Tertiary reading and Writing (GEDU6092).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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VU21868 Conduct online research for further study |
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1. Prepare for online research |
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2. Research information |
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3. Analyse information |
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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 help you develop skills in online research. You will develop the skills and knowledge required to gather, critically analyse, organise and present information from online research.
You will:
Access online resources and complete online activities
Identify search engines and databases relevant to research needs
Critically examine material for relevance and suitability
Gather, organise and manage information in a format suitable for analysis and interpretation
Teaching Schedule
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program. This unit is clustered with VU21865 Prepare for Tertiary Reading and Writing (GEDU6092) which is delivered face-to-face.
The content of this course below is contextualised according to the stream: Science, Business or Legal.
The Engineering Stream has a separate Teaching Schedule.
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 (Labour Day); 8 June (Queens Birthday)
Business/Legal/Science Teaching Schedule
Engineering Teaching Schedule
Week |
VU21865 Prepare for tertiary reading and writing VU21868 Conduct online research |
VU21865 |
VU21868 |
1 |
Overview of Cluster 1: Prepare for Tertiary Reading and Writing/Conduct online research for further study Reading & Note-taking
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E1 |
E1 E2 E3 |
2 |
Paragraph writing & Essay Planning
Write thesis statement and draft body paragraph
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E1 |
E1 E2 E3 |
3 |
Paragraph/Paraphrasing Paragraph structure cont.
What is paraphrasing? What are the steps for paraphrasing?
What are in text citations (references) and how do you include those in a paraphrase?
Continue draft essay
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E1 E3 |
E1 E2 |
4 |
Paraphrasing practice Writing Introductions for an essay Essay Planning – record on Appendix 3 Essay proofreading and editing
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E1 E3 |
E 1 E2 |
5 |
Assessment Task 1: Short Essay
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E1 E2 E3 E4
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E1 E2 E3 |
6 |
Report structure
Topics selected: Brainstorm
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E 1 E2 E3 E4
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E1 E2 E3
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7 |
Report structure Report Writing · Sections of a report · Analyse sample Academic Reports · Turn topic into a question · Explain Structure & Language document Write draft Thesis statement in class
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E 1 E2 E3 E4
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E1 E2 E3 |
8 |
Continue to work on Assessment Task 2: Academic Report · Topic focus and research · Report structure and language activities · Choose new relevant academic texts: use appropriate Reference Style & record in CRAAP table · Review Reporting verbs · Review features of report
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E1 E3
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E1 E2 E3
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9A |
Easter Break: Thu 9 April – Wed 15 April Findings Interpreting Graphs Interpreting, describing trends and labelling graphs/diagrams · Continue drafting Academic Report · Review features/structure of Discussion section of report Write draft Findings in class
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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9B |
Findings Interpreting Graphs Interpreting, describing trends and labelling graphs/diagrams · Continue drafting Academic Report · Review features/structure of Discussion section of report Write draft Findings in class
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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10 |
Discussion Section Synthesising Start draft Discussion in class Practice synthesizing and in text citations · Academic Writing Style – RMIT Learning Lab · Review reporting verbs
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E1 E 2 E3 E4 |
E1 E 2 E3
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11 |
Editing and Proofreading Review integrating references and using reporting verbs – complete practice activities/samples · Finalise full draft report
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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12 |
Assessment Task 2; Academic Report due Redrafting Academic Report
Teacher feedback on draft reports
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E1 E 2 E3 E4 |
E1 E 2 E3
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13 |
Annotations, Mind-mapping & Keyword searches · What is an annotated bibliography? · Annotated Bibliography structure Topic focus of Annotated Bibliography comes from Group Tutorial topics in Cluster 2. CRAAP evaluating resources activity
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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14 |
Annotations, Mind-mapping & Keyword searches · What is an annotated bibliography? · Annotated Bibliography structure Topic focus of Annotated Bibliography comes from Group Tutorial topics in Cluster 2. CRAAP evaluating resources activity
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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15 |
Annotation and Synthesis
1 - 2 x draft annotation/s for your own text/s & receive teacher feedback
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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16 |
Assessment task 3: Annotated Bibliography due Editing and proofreading of Annotated Bibliography – use rubric to guide with proofreading and editing report
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E1 E 2 E3 E4
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E1 E 2 E3
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17 |
Finalise assessments assessment and results; assessment re-sits |
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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 Canvas.
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)
binder book/writing paper
stationery
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. There will be individual and group projects completed.
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 and deadlines will also be clearly explained.
All assessment must be submitted through Canvas.
Summative Assessments: Business/Legal/Science
Assessment Task 1: Short Essay (Science, Business and Legal) (due Week 5)
Read an academic texts and write a cohesive short essay following planning and essay structure.
Assessment Task 2: Annotated Bibliography (draft due Week 8 and final due Week 10)
Research, read and critically analyse academic texts and complete an annotated bibliography or your business documents.
Assessment Task 3: Academic Report (draft due Week 14 and final due Week 15)
Research, read and critically analyse a topic and write a cohesive report.
Summative Assessments: Engineering
Assessment Task 1: Short Essay (Science, Engineering, Business and Legal) (due Week 5)
Read an academic texts and write a cohesive short essay following planning and essay structure.
Assessment Task 2: Academic Report (draft due Week 10 and final due Week 12)
Research, read and critically analyse a topic and write a cohesive report.
Assessment Task 3: Annotated Bibliography (draft due Week 15 and final due Week 16)
Research, read and critically analyse academic texts and complete an annotated bibliography or your business documents.
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. To be deemed Competent in this cluster of units, you need to satisfactorily complete all of the assessment tasks.
You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or program coordinator. An assessment delivery plan will be available on Canvas.
Other Information
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 also be asked to attend mid-semester and end of semester interviews with relevant teachers and Program Coordinator. 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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