Modiwl KAH-0001:
Essential Skills for the Arts and Humanities
Essential Skills for the Arts and Humanities 2022-23
KAH-0001
2022-23
School Of History, Law And Social Sciences
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Eben Muse
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
Assessment method
Logbook Or Portfolio
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Presentation portfolio
Weighting
80%
Due date
16/12/2022
Assessment method
Other
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Peer review
Weighting
20%
Due date
15/12/2022