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Module KAH-0001:
Essential Skills for Arts& Hum

Essential Skills for the Arts and Humanities 2024-25
KAH-0001
2024-25
School Of History, Law And Social Sciences
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser: Lisa Sparkes
Overview

  • Academic study skills including organisation and time management; locating and assessing sources of information; critical reading and notetaking strategies.
  • Digital literacy skills including how to find, assess, and make use of information in a networked environment; identifying and using digital tools and methods to collaborate in discussion and problem solving; engaging with and participate actively in the academic community.
  • Writing and presentation skills including academic writing styles; academic referencing; digital media creation; creativity and copyright knowledge; structuring an argument

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -D- to D+* Has developed a basic level of factual and conceptual understanding of the subject; Reading/research is limited to that gained through class contact; * There is some evidence of analysis and evaluation but work is mainly descriptive with an uncritical acceptance of information, and unsubstantiated opinions may be evident; Lack of logical development of an argument; * Structure is weak and/or inconsistent and lacking in sequential development; Mistakes in grammar or syntax; Immature style; Citations and bibliography poorly or inconsistently presented; Demonstrates few qualities and transferable skills required for employment; * Can communicate in a range of formats, including orally, appropriate to the discipline(s), but with evident weaknesses; * Can work effectively with others as a member of a group, and meet most obligations to others (e; g; tutors and peers); * Able to recognise own strengths and weaknesses in relation to professional and practical skills identified by others, but lacking insight in some areas;

-good -C- to B+* Has developed a sound understanding of the subject appropriate to this level; There is evidence of wider reading which goes beyond that gained from tutor contact; * Intelligent attempt at analysing and evaluating information; Well argued with appropriate amount of evidence, substantiated opinions are given; * Structure is coherent and logical showing progression to the argument; There are few mistakes in presentation or citation; Demonstrates qualities and transferable skills required for employment; * Can communicate effectively in a range of formats, including orally, appropriate to the discipline(s); * Can work effectively with others as a member of a group, and meet obligations to others (eg tutors and peers); * Able to evaluate own strengths and weaknesses in relation to professional and practical skills identified by others;

-excellent -A- to A* * Has developed a broad factual and conceptual understanding of the subject relative to the level through extensive reading; * Has analysed and evaluated information using defined techniques & principles; Can collate and categorise ideas and information and can select what is relevant to support analysis and evaluation and develop a coherent argument, appropriate to the level of development; Has developed an early critical approach to information; * Well-organised presentation which develops flow and progression in a well-structured argument; Syntax/grammar indicates an appropriate level of maturity; Demonstrates a broad range of qualities and transferable skills required for employment; * Can communicate very effectively in a range of formats, including orally, appropriate to the discipline(s); * Can work very effectively with others as a member of a group, showing leadership skills where appropriate, and meet all obligations to others (eg tutors and peers); * Able to show insight and autonomy in evaluating own strengths and weaknesses in relation to professional and practical skills

Learning Outcomes

  • Able to communicate effectively in academic discussions, presentations and in writing in an online environment

  • Employ effective critical reading, note taking and revision strategies

  • Find, evaluate and use digital information sources

  • Organise work and manage time to meet deadlines and collaborate effectively

  • Understand the requirements of academic discourse, including writing styles, referencing and reliable evidence

Assessment method

Other

Assessment type

Summative

Description

Peer review

Weighting

20%

Due date

20/12/2024

Assessment method

Logbook Or Portfolio

Assessment type

Summative

Description

Presentation portfolio

Weighting

80%

Due date

20/12/2024

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