Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Contemporary Issues in Education: learning communities in higher education
School	School of Education
Department	Education & Social Justice
Module Code	11 34016
Module Lead	TBC
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-14 hours Tutorial-8 hours Guided independent study-78 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	This module enables students to develop the relationships, skills, and critical dispositions that support their overall achievement. It is designed introduce students to different kinds of educational research while also equipping them with key skills in academic reading, writing and discussion (both listening and speaking). A key aspect of the module is the practical recognition it gives to the importance of relationships and community in developing a sense of belonging and facilitating academic success.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Participate confidently and responsibly in a learning community that includes academics and a diverse group of peers Independently interpret and evaluate the meaning and significance of research-based material Express arguments and personal conclusions appropriately supported by research and reason Reflect on their academic achievement so far and to understand how their future progress is related to their academic practices and relationships Demonstrate the ability to critically engage with other students through discussion of research
Assessment	34016-01 : Annotated Bibliography 500 words : Coursework (20%) 34016-02 : Essay 1250 words : Coursework (70%) 34016-05 : Attendance and participation in group tutorials : Practical (10%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Annotated bibliography (500 words) 20%; Essay (1250 words) 70%; Attendance and participation in group tutorials 10% Reassessment: Essay (2000 words) 100%
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