Students elect to follow a particular issue from a suite of options presented on an annual basis by staff in Education. The outcomes of the module are for the student to make an oral presentation on their investigations using technology where appropriate.
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
The syllabus content will be determined by the Assignment 3 topic which the student is following and the particular aspect that the student identifies for their assessment. Generic content will be aimed at increasing students' knowledge and understanding of their topic, attention to research methods, how to present and write at Master's level.
Teaching is usually by a range of lectures, small group seminars and individual tutorials. Trainees are expected to spend time (approximately 130 hours) researching this assignment as individuals.
Guest speakers will be used where appropriate.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 133 |
| Teaching | 17 |
| Placement | 50 |
| Total study time | 200 |
Note:. You will be provided with, and asked to access, a range of resources including texts, journals, government papers/policies, etc. These will be made available to you on Blackboard.
A summatively assessed oral presentation supported by a short written research plan.
This module is not subject to anonymous marking, as it involves an oral presentation and the individual is therefore identifiable.
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Oral presentation | 100% |
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Oral presentation | 100% |