Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description The purpose of this module is to enable students to take responsibility for identifying and meeting their own learning needs. Students who take this module develop a learning contract in negotiation with their academic supervisor. This entails writing up their own learning outcomes, identifying how they can be achieved and providing evidence of that achievement. This module is suitable for students who are motivated to learn independently and will appeal to those who have identified a particular area of learning that is not addressed in the overall programme. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Show evidence of motivation in negotiating a programme of study 2. Demonstrate the ability to take control of their learning 3. Demonstrate advancement of their knowledge and understanding of an identified area of health/social care 4. Appraise how the existing body of knowledge of the identified area is applied in their practice 5. Engage in self-evaluation of their learning | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Independent StudyStudents will develop a learning contract in negotiation with their academic supervisor. This entails writing up their own learning outcomes, identifying how they can be achieved, undertaking the agreed work and providing evidence of that achievement.Principles and practice of independent studyIntroduction to the principles of Independent Learning; the role of the student, their supervisor and the module co-ordinator in this module; How to develop a learning plan and progress reports. Introductory lecture and mid semester workshop | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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