Module Descriptors
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 1
MECH40583
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Debi Roberts
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 15
Independent Study Hours: 135
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
The module covers:-

- Identifying personal learning style
- Self-assessment of personal and interpersonal skills
- Study skills
- Research skills and methodologies
- Objective setting and time management
- Communication skills, managing meetings, presentation skills, report writing
- Team working
Module Additional Assessment Details
A Learning Portfolio containing evidence of skills developed and knowledge gained during the module. Clear evidence of development on all the learning outcomes will be required. 100%.
Module Texts
Productive Reflection at Work, David Boud et. al., 2005, Routledge, ISBN-10: 0415355834
The Action Learning Handbook: Powerfull Techniques for Education, Professional Development and Training, Anne Brockbank and Ian McGill, 2003, Routledge, ISBN-10: 0415335116
The Belbin Guide to Suceeding at Work, Belbin Associates, 2009, A & C Black Publishers Ltd, ISBN-10: 1408115018
Module Resources
Personal development study pack.
LRC including library, learning materials, computers, Internet and Intranet.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None.
Module Learning Strategies
This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including lectures, blended learning, practical sessions, student centred learning activities, directed but independent student learning and small group tutorials.