sci1lal language and logic
LANGUAGE AND LOGIC: INTRODUCTION TO ACADEMIC SKILLS
SCI1LAL
2015
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.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPeter Sale
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
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 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and apply the strategies of time and stress management, planning and organisational skills
- Activities:
- Workshops and tutorials incorporating group work and role play of relevant examples will be used. Preparation and delivery of written and oral work will be presented to peers for comment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
02. Interpret and discuss a range of texts using oral and written critical literacy skills
- Activities:
- Workshops and tutorials incorporating group work and role play of relevant examples will be used. Use of material ranging from academic texts and articles, electronic media and popular press will be used as examples. Presentations will use a variety of media and may include: writing, posters, electronic media, moving-image and radio developed individually or in groups.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Speaking(Speaking)
03. Apply relevant literacy skills to a range of academic disciplines including the social sciences and humanities, business studies and science
- Activities:
- Workshops and tutorials incorporating group work and role play of relevant examples will be used. The importance of succinct, accurate and logical language in presenting to an audience will be emphasised.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Writing(Writing)
04. Apply knowledge of academic conventions to produce written work, oral and graphic presentations and participate in class
- Activities:
- Lectures and workshop activities introducting students to academic conventions, presentation, essay, portfolio of writing. Group work where students can accept and provide constructive critcism will be encouraged.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Epping, 2015, 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 | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Participation (4 in classs and 2 online discussions) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Essay (1500 words) | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Oral Presentation (10-15minutes) | 15 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| Portfolio of writing (4 x 300 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |