Module PPP-1006:
Scientific Writing and Communication 2
Scientific Writing and Communication 2 2023-24
PPP-1006
2023-24
Ysgol Gwyddorau Dynol ac Ymddygiadol
Modiwl - Semester 2
10 credits
Module Organiser:
Tracey Lloyd
Overview
Students will develop a range of transferable communication skills on this module. The module will include the following components:
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Writing for Science (WfS): Students will participate in workshops to further develop their science writing skills
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Dissemination of Information (DoI): Students will hear a series of research talks and will communicate the content of these in writing
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Psychology Oral Presentation Practice Skills (POPPS): Students will take part in peer led small group practice sessions for developing oral presentation skills
A typical curriculum will include workshops and lectures on: Essay planning, thesis statements, using feedback effectively, credible sources and advanced referencing and critical thinking skills.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -D+ to D- - A basic knowledge and understanding of topic areas presented. - A description of research presented, with some sections covered clearly - Some structural issues and only some of the relevant information within the field covered. - Little demonstration of some independent research from academic sources outside of lectures and recommended readings - Few logically presented and factually correct arguments, mostly undefended by sound scientific evidence - Little original interpretation applied to problems, with few synthesis and critical thinking skills shown - Weak presentation of material, with little adherence to APA standards and lack of clear communication of scientific content. - Adequate oral presentation skills shown
-good -B+ to B- - A good knowledge and understanding of topic areas presented. - A scientific description of research presented, with most sections covered clearly and succinctly - Well-structured and mostly relevant coverage of the current field. - A demonstration of some independent research from academic sources outside of lectures and recommended readings - Mostly logically presented and factually correct arguments, often defended by sound scientific evidence - Some original interpretation applied to problems, with good synthesis and critical thinking skills shown - Good presentation of material, mostly adhering to APA standards and communicating scientific content well - Good oral presentation skills shownC+ to C- range answers will reflect the same criteria but to a somewhat lower standard
-excellent -A** to A- - A comprehensive knowledge and detailed understanding of topic areas presented. - A highly scientific description of research presented, with all sections covered clearly and succinctly. - Well-structured and highly relevant coverage of the current field. - A clear demonstration of independent research from academic sources outside of lectures and recommended readings. - Logically presented and factually correct arguments, defended by sound scientific evidence - Original interpretation applied to problems, with excellent synthesis and critical thinking skills shown. - Excellent written presentation of material, fully adhering to APA standards and clearly communicating scientific content. - Excellent oral presentations skills shown.
Assessment type
Ffurfiannol
Description
WFS Essay Draft
Weighting
0%
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
DoI Assignment: Magazine Article
Weighting
30%
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
WfS Essay Assignment. This assessment will comprise of a critical evaluation essay on a contentious topic, thus allowing students to show their scientific thinking and writing skills.
Weighting
50%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS Participation
Weighting
2%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS Small Roles
Weighting
4%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS PS 1
Weighting
5%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS PS 2
Weighting
5%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS IMP 1
Weighting
2%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
POPPS IMP 2
Weighting
2%