Module Descriptors
EFFECTIVE LEARNING, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
SPOR40432
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
30 credits
Contact
Leader: John Erskine
Email: J.W.Erskine@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 60
Independent Study Hours: 240
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- LEARNING PORTFOLIO weighted at 40%
- CLASS-TEST weighted at 20%
- EXAMINATION - OPEN BOOK EXAMINATION IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture theatre.
Appropriately and adequately equipped seminar / workshop space, including access to University Student Image.
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities.
Appropriately and adequately equipped seminar / workshop space, including access to University Student Image.
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities.
Module Texts
Cottrell, S. (2003). 'The Study Skills Handbook'. Basingstoke: Hampshire. Palgrove Macmillan.
ISBN: 1-4039-1135-5
Kinnear, P. R. and Gray, C. D. (2000). 'SPSS for Windows Made Simple'. Hove, East Sussex.
Psychology Press Ltd. ISBN: 1-84169-118-6
Thomas, J. R. and Nelson, J. K. (1996). 'Research Methods in Physical Activity'. Champaign: ILL.
Human Kinetics. ISBN: 0-88011-481-9
ISBN: 1-4039-1135-5
Kinnear, P. R. and Gray, C. D. (2000). 'SPSS for Windows Made Simple'. Hove, East Sussex.
Psychology Press Ltd. ISBN: 1-84169-118-6
Thomas, J. R. and Nelson, J. K. (1996). 'Research Methods in Physical Activity'. Champaign: ILL.
Human Kinetics. ISBN: 0-88011-481-9
Module Learning Outcome
1. Demonstrate knowledge of a range of skills required for effective learning, including how to manage time effectively; awareness of different learning styles, how to behave professionally in Sport, Health and Exercise, use of library learning resources to identify suitable information sources and understand and use effective note-taking in range of contexts.
(KU, L, R)
2. Communication Skills: Be able to prepare, write and present an essay in appropriate format, reference written material. (C, R)
3. Information Technology Skills: Be able to use a windows environment to manipulate information and communcate ideas via a word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. (L)
4. Numeracy and Statistical Skills: Be able to distinguish between both qualitative and quantitative aproaches to research design. Be able to create descriptive and inferential statistics and use tests of association and prediciton. (L, E, PS)
(KU, L, R)
2. Communication Skills: Be able to prepare, write and present an essay in appropriate format, reference written material. (C, R)
3. Information Technology Skills: Be able to use a windows environment to manipulate information and communcate ideas via a word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. (L)
4. Numeracy and Statistical Skills: Be able to distinguish between both qualitative and quantitative aproaches to research design. Be able to create descriptive and inferential statistics and use tests of association and prediciton. (L, E, PS)
Module Assessment
A LEARNING PORTFOLIO weighted at 40%.
A CLASS-TEST length .67 HOUR(S) weighted at 20%.
A EXAMINATION - OPEN BOOK EXAMINATION IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS length 1.5 HOUR(S) weighted at 40%.
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A CLASS-TEST length .67 HOUR(S) weighted at 20%.
A EXAMINATION - OPEN BOOK EXAMINATION IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS length 1.5 HOUR(S) weighted at 40%.
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Module Learning Strategies
24 hours of lectures covering areas 1 to 4 identified above.
36 hours of multi-activity workshops, with emphasis on the practical application of the lecture programme via individual and group based tasks, with an additional 48 hours of independent study to complete set tasks and activities.
92 hours of VLE based learning activity in developing learning journal / portfolio.
100 hours of preparatory or follow-up reading.
36 hours of multi-activity workshops, with emphasis on the practical application of the lecture programme via individual and group based tasks, with an additional 48 hours of independent study to complete set tasks and activities.
92 hours of VLE based learning activity in developing learning journal / portfolio.
100 hours of preparatory or follow-up reading.
Module Indicative Content
1. Effective Learning Skills
Time management, different learning styles, effective note-taking, behaving professionally in Sport, Health & Exercise
settings; use of library and learning resources to identify suitable information sources. Obtaining information electronically; how to compare and evaluate information from a variety of sources. Preparing for and learning from assessment.
2. Communication Skills
Written Communication: Preparing, writing and presenting an essay including referencing and citing of information; writing for different purposes.
Reading & Verbal Skills: Asking effective questions in class and group discussions; recognising and constructing an argument taking in to account others views; selecting, analysing and comparing a range of print based information.
3 Information Technology Skills
The use of a windows environment to manipulate information and communicate ideas via word processing, speadsheets and e-mail. Accessing the WWW including locating, selecting and evaluating internet information.
4. Numeracy and Statistical Skills
Basic research methodology in Sport, Health & Exercise including both qualitative and quantitative approaches to research design. Handling data - Interpreting and representing data in a number of ways. Basic statistical procedures and packages. Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. The measurement of association and tests of differences.
Time management, different learning styles, effective note-taking, behaving professionally in Sport, Health & Exercise
settings; use of library and learning resources to identify suitable information sources. Obtaining information electronically; how to compare and evaluate information from a variety of sources. Preparing for and learning from assessment.
2. Communication Skills
Written Communication: Preparing, writing and presenting an essay including referencing and citing of information; writing for different purposes.
Reading & Verbal Skills: Asking effective questions in class and group discussions; recognising and constructing an argument taking in to account others views; selecting, analysing and comparing a range of print based information.
3 Information Technology Skills
The use of a windows environment to manipulate information and communicate ideas via word processing, speadsheets and e-mail. Accessing the WWW including locating, selecting and evaluating internet information.
4. Numeracy and Statistical Skills
Basic research methodology in Sport, Health & Exercise including both qualitative and quantitative approaches to research design. Handling data - Interpreting and representing data in a number of ways. Basic statistical procedures and packages. Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. The measurement of association and tests of differences.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Students will be required to complete 3 pieces of summative assessment.
1. The first will involve a learning portfolio (2000 words) which will assess LO1 and LO2. Distinct sections of the learning portfolio, will be submitted at different times throughout the module.
2. The second piece will be a class test (40 minutes) designed to assess LO3.
3. The third piece of assessment will be a 90 minute open book exam designed to assess LO4.
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via a series of weekly based tasks delivered both in workshops, and through a virtual learning environment. These tasks will form the basis of a learning journal / portfolio (assessment 1) an also prepare students for both class tests (assessments 2 and 3)
1. The first will involve a learning portfolio (2000 words) which will assess LO1 and LO2. Distinct sections of the learning portfolio, will be submitted at different times throughout the module.
2. The second piece will be a class test (40 minutes) designed to assess LO3.
3. The third piece of assessment will be a 90 minute open book exam designed to assess LO4.
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via a series of weekly based tasks delivered both in workshops, and through a virtual learning environment. These tasks will form the basis of a learning journal / portfolio (assessment 1) an also prepare students for both class tests (assessments 2 and 3)