H6MYL - Managing Your Learning

Long Title:Managing Your Learning
Language of Instruction:English
Module Code:H6MYL
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:LEVEL 6
Field of Study: Basic programmes and qualifications
Module Delivered in 14 programme(s)
Module Coordinator: Laura Costelloe
Module editor: Laura Costelloe
Teaching and Learning Strategy: The module uses a learner-centred approach which acknowledges the variety of learning preferences in the classroom. It is highly interactive and primarily workshop-based, incorporating opportunities for learning by doing and through engagement with fellow students. Students will participate in activities designed to facilitate the development of their learning skills and strategies, aimed to enhance their ability to engage with and participate in modules taken during the course of their studies.
Learning Environment: This module can be taught in a classroom setting and may incorporate a variety of delivery methods, both online and face-to-face.
Module Description: The purpose of this module is to aid students in their learning process and to assist in the transition to higher education. To guide learners towards identifying, developing and using the key skills needed to successfully manage their learning for Higher Education. To enhance student engagement and participation and consequently academic success in the modules taken during the course of their study.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Apply a variety of learning skills and strategies that coincide with their learning strengths and preferences.
LO2 Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses and implement a self-development plan which reflects on the actions needed to further their learning skills and strategies.
LO3 Demonstrate their reading, writing, note-taking, summarising and time-management skills, displaying evidence of the skills needed to avoid plagiarism and maintain appropriate ethical standards for academic writing.
LO4 Manage their own learning in a group setting through preparation of a group project and participation in a peer-assessment exercise.
LO5 Communicate effectively in a variety of modes (i.e. oral and written).
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Learning skills and strategies
• Introduction to learning and learning techniques. • Learning at third level. • Independent learning skills. • Effective reading, writing, note-taking and summarising skills. • Memory and critical thinking techniques.
Personal development and self management
• Managing own learning. • Self-assessment of own skills and learning needs. • Preparing a personal development plan. • Time management and getting the balance right. • Stress management. • Communication (oral and written).
Group work and collaborative approaches to learning
• How to work in a group Developing inter- and intrapersonal skills. • Learning through peer interactions and peer assessment.
Academic Integrity: referencing and avoiding plagiarism
The importance of academic integrity and appropriate ethical standards for academic writing; Incorporating outside sources and adhering to referencing conventions (e.g. Harvard Style); Plagiarism - recognising and avoiding plagiarism, awareness of consequences
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Portfolio Students will prepare a portfolio documenting and evidencing the learning that has taken place throughout the module. Elements of this portfolio will be prepared in class, while other elements will be completed during independent study time. Indicative content of the portfolio: reflection on learning strengths and preferences; self-development plan; critical report (academic assignment/literature review/book review/critique); end of semester reflection and indication of future study plans; reflection on group presentation exercise. Components of portfolio may vary, particularly if assessment is integrated with other modules on the programme. 1,2,3,4,5 70.00 Sem 1 End
Group Presentation (0060) In groups of 3 or 4, you are asked to prepare and present a 15 minute presentation to be delivered to the class, which should be accompanied by a one page explanatory hand-out, emphasising key arguments and referencing works cited. Part of the presentation will incorporate peer- and self-assessment, which will allow you to reflect on your own performance and that of your group in the preparation of the presentation. 1,2,3,4,5 30.00 n/a
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat failed items
The student must repeat any item failed
Reassessment Description
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination. Students must pass all assessment components

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 2 Every Week 2.00
Independent Learning No Description 8 Every Week 8.00
Tutorial No Description 1 Every Week 1.00
Total Hours 11.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 11.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) No Description 24 Once per semester 2.00
Independent Learning No Description 101 Once per semester 8.42
Total Hours 125.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 10.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Cottrell, Stella 2013, The Study Skills Handbook, Palgrave Macmillan Basingstoke
  • Moore, S., Neville, C., Murphy, M. and Connolly, C. 2010, The Ultimate Study Skills Handbook, McGraw Hill/Open University Press Maidenhead
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Bradbury, A. 2010, Successful Presentation Skills, 4th Ed., Kogan Page London
  • Carter, C., Bishop, J & Kravits, S. 2014, Keys to Effective Learning: study skills and habits for success, 6th Ed., London Pearson
  • McMillan, K and Weyers, J. 2011, The Study Skills Book, 2nd Ed., Harlow: Pearson
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 

Module Delivered in

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