Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CRITIQUES AND COMMUNICATION | ||
Code | ARCH705 | ||
Coordinator |
Ms E Curtin Architecture E.Curtin@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The aims of the module relate to the skills and techniques needed to develop research ideas and to communicate one's research using visual material, academic writing and the spoken word. These skills are specifically needed to develop academic writing and to make a seminar paper presentations and a conference poster present ation. 1. To develop techniques used in academic writing to conveys ideas and critical analysis clearly and concisely. 2. To discuss how to present research information and ideas clearly to an audience using the spoken word, visual information and relevant technology, and to practice these skills. 3. To develop techniques to present research information and ideas clearly in techniques which use both visual information and written work for example an article or a conference poster. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Research a topic using a variety of high quality sources of information. |
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(LO2) Develop critical analysis of a the student's research topic and communicate this to a general and a more specialist audience verbally and in writing. |
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(LO3) Prepare a clear and consice piece of academic writing. |
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(LO4) Design and prepare graphic layouts to communicate a mixture of written and visual material. |
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(LO5) Prepare and deliver a verbal presentation, using appropriate technology, on a subject researched by the student. |
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(LO6) Participate in group discussions and peer review activites; commenting on and discussing the student's own work and that of their peers in small groups and the wider class. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - visual |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills) |
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(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Communicating for audience |
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(S7) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
Syllabus |
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Th e course is organised around a series of teaching and learning activities and assessments with a strong emphasis on peer review and self reflection at every stage. 1. Preparation of a short abstract on a given topic to be peer reviewed but not formally assessed. 2. Preparation and delivery of a formal seminar presentation to students and staff, involved with the MA programme. 3. Preparation of a longer piece of illustrated writing for example a magazine or journal article. 4. Preparation of a co nference poster for a broader aduience. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lectures and Seminars Self-Directed Learning Description: Students will need to carry out research for the coursework and then prepare their assignments and practice any presentations. They will also need to engage in peer review activities for example reading one another's draft articles and providing feedback relating to the marking criteria and practising presentations ahead of the formal presentation seminar assessment. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
24 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 Illustrated Academic Writing eg. Magazine/Journal Article There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessmen | 350-500 words | 30 | ||||
Assessment 2 - Timed Seminar Presentation, Assessed in Class. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Sc | Short Seminar Presen | 30 | ||||
Assessment 3 Academic Conference Poster There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1 | Conference Poster 10 | 40 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |