COMM06050 2018 Personal Development
Full Title
Personal Development
Transcript Title
Personal Development
Code
COMM06050
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
COMM - 0031 Comm/Personal Dev
Department
COMP - Computing & Creative Practices
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2018 - Full Academic Year 2018-19
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Vivion Kinsella, John Weir
Programme Membership
SG_KAPPL_H08 201800 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KSMAR_H08 201800 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KNCLD_H08 201800 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
SG_KAPPL_B07 201800 Bachelor of Arts in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KNCLD_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
SG_KSODV_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Software Development
SG_KSODV_H08 201800 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KCMPU_H08 201800 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KSMAR_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KSMAR_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KGAME_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Games Development
SG_KGADV_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Games Development
SG_KAPPL_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KSODV_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Software Development
SG_KNETW_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Computer Networks
SG_KCMPU_C06 201800 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Computing
SG_KCMPU_B07 201800 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Computing
SG_KAPPL_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KSMAR_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KSODV_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KCMPU_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KSMAR_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KCMPU_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing in Computing
SG_KCMPU_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Computing
SG_KNCLD_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
SG_KNCLD_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
SG_KSODV_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Software Development
SG_KNCLD_H08 202000 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
SG_KCMPU_H08 202000 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KSODV_H08 202000 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KSMAR_H08 202000 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KAPPL_H08 202100 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KCNCS_H08 202100 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Computer Networks and Cyber Security
SG_KCNCS_B07 202100 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Computer Networks and Cyber Security
SG_KGADV_B07 202100 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Games Development
SG_KSODV_B07 202100 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Software Development
SG_KSODV_H08 202100 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KCMPU_H08 202100 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KCMPU_C06 202100 Higher Certificate in Science in Computing
SG_KCMPU_B07 202100 Bachelor of Science in Computing
SG_KSMAR_H08 202100 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Smart Technologies
SG_KSODV_H08 202200 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KCMPU_H08 202200 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KSODV_H08 202400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Software Development
SG_KCMPU_H08 202400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
SG_KSYSN_B07 202400 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Systems and Networking
SG_KWDEV_B07 202400 Bachelor of Science in Computing in Web Development and Creative Media
SG_KAPPL_H08 202400 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Computing in Application Design and User Experience
SG_KNCLD_H08 202400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure
Description
This module is designed to introduce students to the higher education environment and to assist them to develop learning, study and communication skills early in their undergraduate career. The module will support students to develop a more independent, reflective and self-managed approach to study, learning, and time management.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Develop an independent, reflective and self-managed approach to study, reinforced by goal setting.
2.
Build confidence in interpersonal skills.
3.
Analyse key influences on the information technology sector.
4.
Demonstrate skills appropriate to higher education such as, though not limited to: academic writing and critical thinking.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The teaching and learning strategy is one which is founded on student-centred active learning. Student autonomy is fostered and reflected in the assessment strategy. The communication process is central to the teaching and learning strategy for this Personal Development module where learners are encouraged to be responsible, critical and reflective about the world, while at the same time develop an understanding of the ethical and professional issues that influence their choices.
Module Assessment Strategies
A clear assessment strategy can complement a statement of intended learning outcomes and aid its interpretation by learners.
Students will participate actively in their own learning and have the opportunity to reflect on their learning progress, through oral and written research-based presentations. Throughout the process feedback will be provided by peers and lecturer.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat attend.
Indicative Syllabus
Develop an independent, reflective and self-managed approach to study reinforced by goal setting
- Through lectures and student-centred workshops students are taught the importance of, and the skills to develop, an independent, reflective and self-managed approach to study reinforced by goal setting. Theory and practice, in relation to concepts such as, the self, teams, and responsibility, is important here.
Build confidence in interpersonal skills
- Interpersonal skills, verbal and non-verbal, are built and developed through group tasks such as: discussions, debates and presentations. Interpersonal skills are an essential core set of skills that every student must possess in order to function efficiently and purposefully both in the academic environment and then in their employment environment.
Analyse key influences on the information technology sector
- Students are encouraged to view the big picture of information technology. Topics for consideration under this heading include, though may not be limited to: politics, education, culture, finance, leadership, ethics and law. Students will receive instruction and guidance, case studies, articles and so forth, and be expected to engage with the material to form individual opinions which they shall have the opportunity to defend and elucidate.
Demonstrate skills appropriate to higher education such as, though not limited to: academic writing and critical thinking
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Through guided research-based activities, students will analyse data to reach conclusions, and present those findings by means of presentations and/or written reports. Students will be instructed on how to research, colate and present material in a professional manner appropriate to academic standards and the higher education environment.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Individual written report | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 40 % | Week 12 | 4 |
| 2 | Presentation group project | Coursework Assessment | Group Project | 20 % | Week 6 | 1,2,3 |
| 3 | Presentation group project | Coursework Assessment | Group Project | 40 % | Week 11 | 1,2,3 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture, interactive group work, discussion, guest lecturers | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent learning | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2010-02-01 The complete guide to referencing and avoiding plagiarism (Open Up Study Skills) Open University Press
ISBN 0335241034 ISBN-13 9780335241033
2010-02-01 The complete guide to referencing and avoiding plagiarism (Open Up Study Skills) Open University Press
ISBN 0335241034 ISBN-13 9780335241033
The Complete Guide to Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism This excellent new edition of The Complete Guide to Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism will continue to demystify the referencing process and provide essential guidance on making sure you are not committing plagiarism. Full description
Recommended Reading
2013-10-29 Ethics and Emerging Technologies Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN 0230367038 ISBN-13 9780230367036
2013-10-29 Ethics and Emerging Technologies Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN 0230367038 ISBN-13 9780230367036
Title: Ethics and Emerging Technologies <>Binding: Paperback <>Author: Ronald L Sandler <>Publisher: PALGRAVE MACMILLAN
Recommended Reading
2017-03-14 Critical Thinking Skills: Effective Analysis, Argument and Reflection (Palgrave Study Skills) Palgrave
ISBN 1137550503 ISBN-13 9781137550507
2017-03-14 Critical Thinking Skills: Effective Analysis, Argument and Reflection (Palgrave Study Skills) Palgrave
ISBN 1137550503 ISBN-13 9781137550507
Module Resources
URL Resources
http://www.oecd.org/ireland/ The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
https://www.cepis.org/ The Council of European Professional Informatics Societies (CEPIS)
https://www.ics.ie/ The Irish Computer Society
https://www.ieee.org/index.html The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
https://www.dataprotection.ie/docs/Home/4.htm The Data Protection Commissioner Ireland
https://www.patentsoffice.ie/en/ The Patent Office Ireland