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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Academic Writing and Reading
Module Code	ES135
School	School of Education Studies
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Justin Rami Semester 2: Justin Rami Autumn: Justin Rami
Module Teacher	Justin Rami
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	10
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module aims to reinforce the students ability to write cohesively, developing sound arguments and critically reflect on own writing style. It also aims to promote the use of the Harvard Referencing system whilst citing, paraphrasing and / or listing references.

Learning Outcomes

1. Cite and Reference fully a wide range of material (books/ Journals/ websites etc) - from single author or multiple authors - in-text and in list of references using the Harvard References system
2. Identify and use quotations from authentic key theorists and / or practitioners in the particular fields of study
3. Develop sound arguments utilising material drawn from a variety of relevant and authentic sources including own perspective.
4. Discern writing approaches that are appropriate for different assessment modes or professional practices - such as essay, reflective diaries, learning logs, lesson plans, training reports
5. Use the VLE (Moodle effectively
6. Access library material from various sources

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	30	Lecture/workshop
Independent learning	70	Independent study/Reading around core themes
Library	70	Study and research
Assignment	80	Sourcing materials and writing
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Theme 1.
Introduction to Writing - Planning your assignment writing process!.

Theme 2.
Basics of Grammar and Spelling, Sentence and Paragraph formation..

Theme 3.
Authenticating Sources - Identification of key theorists/ practitioners in area of research.

Theme 4.
Citing and referencing & Plagiarism - Harvard Referencing System - Citing/ Quoting in-text, Creating a List of References.

Theme 5.
Paraphrasing Material from single and multiple sources.

Theme 6.
Critical Writing and integrating personal perspectives in writing.

Theme 7.
Different writing approaches - Essay writing/ Reflective Diary writing/ Lesson Plan writing/ Powerpoint Presentation writing/ Report writing.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Essay	collection of evidence of successful usage and implememtaion of LO's	100%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Cottrell, S.: 2005, Critical thinking skills: developing effective analysis and argument,
Cottrell, S.: 2008, The Study Skills Handbook,,
Moran, A. 1997: 0, Managing your own learning at university: A practical guide, University College Dublin Press. Dublin,
Metcalfe, M. 2006, Reading Critically at University.: 0,
Marshall, L and Rowland, F. 1998, A Guide to Learning Independently: 0,
Redman, P. 2006 Good Essay Writing A Social Sciences Guide (Second Edition) London Sage Publications: 0,
Creme, P. & Lea, M 1997, Writing at university: A guide for students: 0,
Levin, P. 2004, Write great essays: a guide to reading and essay writing for undergraduates and taught postgraduates.: 0,
Oshima, A. & Hogue, A. 1999, Writing Academic English, 3rd Ed. New York : Pearson Education: 0,
McMillan, K and Weyers, J. 2007, How to write essays and assignments: 0,
Neville, C. 2010, The Complete Guide to Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism. (Second Edition): 0,
Soles, D. 2005, The academic essay : how to plan, draft, revise, and write essays: 0,
Rowntree, D. 1998, Learn how to study: A realistic approach: 0,
Murray, R. 2006, The handbook of academic writing: a fresh approach: 0,
Redman, P.: 2001, Good Essay Writing A Social Sciences Guide (Second Edition) London Sage Publications,
Murray, R. 2006, The handbook of academic writing: a fresh approach: 0,
Allen, R.: 2005, How to Write Better English, London , Penguin,
Curtis, S.: 2007, Perfect Punctuation Random House Books,
Oxford Dictionary: 2007, Compact Oxford Thesaurus for Students OUP,
Ott, P.: 2007, How to Manage Spelling Successfully Routledge,
Ward, L., Wood, J.: 2007, English Grammar for Dummies John Wiley and Sons,
Truss, L.: 2007, Eats, Shoots and Leaves, London Profile Books,