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| Module Availability |
Run once, throughout the year |
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| Assessment Pattern |
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Components of Assessment
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Method(s)
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Percentage weighting
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Coursework
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Summaries and critiques of designated Departmental Research Seminars.
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25%
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Examination
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15-minute conference-style presentation of a topic chosen in consultation with the module convenor.
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75%
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| Module Overview |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
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| Module Aims |
To develop skills in the oral presentation of a conference-style paper. |
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| Learning Outcomes |
By the end of this module you should be able to:
- comment critically on presentations given by others
- demonstrate the research, writing and presentation skills necessary for a successful conference-style presentation.
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| Module Content |
- Choosing a topic
- Appropriate methods of research
- Writing for spoken delivery
- Use of audio-visual equipment
- Dealing with questions on your presentation
- Assessment of oral presentations.
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
- Lectures and workshops on methods of research and presentational skills
- Attendance at designated Departmental Research Seminars
- Tutorials with the module convenor or an assigned supervisor
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
None |
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| Last Updated |
11.12.06 |
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