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IL1AKSGN-Key skills and language for university study course
Module Provider: International Study and Language Institute
Number of credits: 0 [0 ECTS credits]
Level:4
Terms in which taught: Summer term module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded: IL1AKSBN Key skills and language for Business and Finance degrees course
Current from: 2020/1
Email: f.p.orel@reading.ac.uk
Type of module:
Summary module description:
This course develops the academic English language and study skills needed for study through the medium of English. Students will create a learner diary throughout the course which will help them to identify where further support is needed and where it can be accessed through in-sessional provision.
Aims:
The course aims to develop the range of skills that the students will need in order to access their course content more competently. It is designed to give learners a brief introduction to the skills needed to accomplish a number of academic tasks when they begin their selected course at the University.Ìý
Integrated into the course will be clear links to the range of in-sessional courses which can be accessed to continue development of the skills practiced which will raise students’ awareness of the ongoing support available in each skill. The course will provide input sessions on both written and spoken language components with a focus on students completing tasks to practice the skills introduced in each session.ÌýÌý
Through engaging with the course students will gain familiarity with UoR learning platforms and digital resources while developing their confidence with using technology for learning.Ìý
By the end of the course students will be better able toÌý
Writing skillsÌý
- distinguish between the different assignment types (or genres) they are required to write, e.g. the Essay, Case Study, Proposal and ReflectionÌý
- produce effective written coursework, applying genre-appropriate organisational patterns at paragraph, section and whole-level textÌý
- analyse writing assignment instructions accurately and produce an effective response integrating a critical writer ‘voice’Ìý
Reading skillsÌý
- critically engage with a range of texts, employing appropriate academic reading skills and strategiesÌý
- identify and appraise writer stance and argument with textsÌý
Reading-to-Write SkillsÌý
- use a variety of techniques to incorporate and comment on the views of others in your writingÌý
- synthesise ideas and information from a range of source texts to make evidence-based argumentsÌý
- accurately apply the referencing conventions for your discipline when citing your sourcesÌý
Accuracy & FluencyÌý
- use appropriate academic vocabulary and grammar to communicate fluently and accuratelyÌý
- prepare and produce confident and coherent spoken languageÌý
Assessable learning outcomes:
The course will not be assessed.
Additional outcomes:
By the end of the course students will be better able to
- demonstrate an awareness of university policies and practices, and the reasons behind them such as conventions for good academic practice, and student feedback mechanismsÌý
- identify their needs and locate and utilise learning resources and techniques to continue their own academic skills development
Outline content:
Induction Days 1 & 2:
- Introduction to online learning
- Introduction to the course
- Signpost available resources
Course materials all linked to the theme of immigration and designed to follow a progressive path, while being appropriate for students to select most useful sections for their needs.
Day 3 Lesson one: Introduction to genres
Day 4 Lesson two: Qu estion analysis and essay planning
Day 5 Lesson three: Introduction to key reading skills
Day 6 Lesson four: Writing introductions and conclusions
Day 7 Lesson five: Writing main body paragraphs
Day 8 Lesson six: Listening to lectures and note-taking
Day 9 Lesson seven: Summarizing, synthesising and paraphrasing
Day 10 Lesson eight: Presentation skills
Day 1 1 Lesson nine: Seminar skills
Day 12 Lesson 10: Reflective writing
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Days 1 & 2 (induction): 2 hours asynchronous input each day
Days 3 – 12: 3 hours of online and self-directed study. One hour ‘live’ drop-in session each day
Expected interaction: Independent asynchronous study with discussion boards for the students and course facilitator, and a daily drop-in session of one hour each day with the course facilitator.
Nature and quantity of feedback: Integrated into the learning m aterials within feedback on tests and quizzes and through Screencasts of models. Links provided to suggested resources for development in specific areas including AEP courses
Ìý | Autumn | Spring | Summer |
Guided independent study: | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
Ìý Ìý Wider reading (directed) | 6 | ||
Ìý Ìý Other | 6 | ||
Ìý Ìý Preparation for presentations | 3 | ||
Ìý Ìý Preparation for seminars | 3 | ||
Ìý Ìý Essay preparation | 9 | ||
Ìý Ìý Reflection | 3 | ||
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Total hours by term | 0 | 0 | 30 |
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Total hours for module | 30 |
Method | Percentage |
Summative assessment- Examinations:
None
Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
None
Formative assessment methods:
Integrated into the learning materials within feedback on tests and quizzes and through Screencasts of models. Links provided to suggested resources for development in specific areas including AEP courses.
Penalties for late submission:
n/a
Assessment requirements for a pass:
n/a
Reassessment arrangements:
n/a
Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
None
Last updated: 17 July 2020
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