sci1lal language and logic
LANGUAGE AND LOGIC: INTRODUCTION TO ACADEMIC SKILLS
SCI1LAL
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This core subject focuses on the development of academic literacy skills and knowledge. The subject develops the skills required to understand and engage with academic texts and academic writing through a range of printed and visual material including textbooks, newspapers, scholarly articles, blogs and documentaries. The subject also requires students to understand and practise a variety of forms of academic writing such as essays, report writing, oral presentations and research investigations for an academic and non-academic audience using suitable information sources. At the same time, the subject will encourage students to view academic literacy as one example within the broader context of cultural and social literacy practices and to reflect on the characteristics and application. This subject will draw on readings and materials from a range of disciplines including the social sciences, humanities, literature studies, business, agriculture and science.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPeter Sale
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into SBATE
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | A guide to learning independently | Recommended | Marshall, L & Rowland, F 2006 | PEARSON EDUCATION, FRENCHS FOREST, NSW |
| Readings | Academic culture: a student's guide to studying at university | Recommended | Brick, J 2009 | NATIONAL CENTRE FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING AND RESEARCH, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Critical thinking skills: Developing effective analysis and argument | Recommended | Cottrell, S 2011 | 2ND EDN, PALGRAVE, MACMILLAN, NEW YORK |
| Readings | How to use your reading in your essays | Recommended | Godfrey, J 2009 | NEW YORK, PALGRAVE |
| Readings | How to write better essays | Recommended | Greetham, B 2008 | 2ND EDN, NEW YORK, PALGRAVE |
| Readings | Score more: Essential academic skills for tertiary education | Recommended | Adams, P, Openshaw, R & Trembath, V 2006 | THOMSON DUNMORE PRESS, MELBOURNE |
| Readings | Smart thinking: skills for critical understanding and writing | Recommended | Allen, M 2004 | 2ND EDN, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, MELBOURNE |
| Readings | Survive and thrive: Skills for your first year at university | Recommended | Muller, M & Nulty, D 2011 | PALGRAVE MACMILLAN, SOUTH YARRA |
| Readings | The communication skills toolkit: Unlocking the secrets of tertiary success | Recommended | Grelliler, J & Goerke, V 2010 | 2ND EDN, CENGAGE LEARNING, MELBOURNE |
| Readings | The complete guide to referencing and avoiding plagiarism | Recommended | Neville, C 2007 | OUP, MAIDENHEAD |
| Readings | The smarter student: skills and strategies for success at university | Recommended | McMillan, K & Weyers, J 2006 | PEARSON EDUCATION, FRENCHS FOREST, NSW |
| Readings | The study skills handbook | Recommended | Cottrell, S 2008 | 3RD EDN, PALGRAVE MACMILLAN, NEW YORK |
| Readings | Writing logically, thinking critically | Recommended | Cooper, S & Patton, R 2010 | 6TH EDN, LONGMAN, NEW YORK |
Subject options
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Epping, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPeter Sale
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
Two 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Class Participation (4 in classs and 2 online discussions) | 20 | |
| Essay (1500 words) | 35 | |
| Oral Presentation (10-15minutes) | 15 | |
| Portfolio of writing (4 x 300 words) | 30 |