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A Dix - 1990 - Teeline Fast - Heinemann Education - 0 435 45352 1
M Cartwright - 2009 - NCTJ Teeline Gold Standard for Journalists: from Beginner to 100 Wpm. - 9780435471712
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RESOURCES
Internet
Blackboard
Library

The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

Regular weekly workshops (2 x 1 hours per week) with a specialist shorthand teacher combined with independent study using audio/visual study aids

Shorthand skills will be used during practical journalism classes for note taking

Regular speed tests and homework will contribute to the learning process

NCTJ past papers and audio will be used for independent study.

Key Information Set Data:
32% Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity
68% Guided Independent Study

This module develops skill of fast accurate shorthand note taking in various journalistic settings using Teeline, and students are prepared for the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) shorthand examinations.

Students should aim to progress to NCTJ 100 wpm or more at the end of the academic year.

at 100 wpm. (learning outcomes 1-3)
An NCTJ Shorthand Certificate at 80wpm or above, achieved before the date of the class test, will give exemption from the class test.

Continual Assessment.

Key Information Set Data:
100% Examination