| Module Title |
New Strategies for Science, Technology & Innovation |
| Module Code |
EDU1118 (ITS: ES577) |
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Faculty |
STEM Ed, Innov, Global Studies |
School |
DCU Institute of Education |
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NFQ level |
9 |
Credit Rating |
10 |
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Description
This module will take participants through the components of innovation systems and better their understanding of what elements and characteristics are required within policies, plans and strategies to spur economic growth in their countries. At the organisational and government level participants will learn how innovation is linked to positive changes in efficiency, productivity, quality and competitiveness. On completion of the course participants will be empowered to act as innovation champions in their organisations, providing advice and practical support in the development of their organisation and appropriate public policies on science, technology and innovation (STI) in their countries.
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Learning Outcomes
1. distinguish between different conceptual issues on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), and how these are related to the concept of knowledge society
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 15 | Tutorials, Seminar, Workshops | | Online activity | 10 | Discussions | | Group work | 40 | Assignment | | Independent Study | 85 | Individual reading/reflection/research including online learning | | Integrated training (INTRA) | 90 | Application in work place | | Assignment Completion | 10 | One main team assignment AND one leadership journal |
| Total Workload: 250 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10562 | Part of Term | Semester 1, 2 & 3 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Yvonne Crotty | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | n/a | 100% | Week 1 |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Tidd, J.: 2006, A Review of Innovation Models, Imperial College London,
- The World Bank Institute: 2010, Innovation Policy: A guide for Developing Countries, Washington D.C,
Articles:
- Chaminade, C., Lundvall, B Å., Vang - Lauridsen, J. and Joseph, J.: 2010, Innovation policies for development: towards a systemic experimentation based approach, CIRCLE discussion papers, No. 2010/01, 9757
- 2002: The measurement of scientific and technological activities: standard practice for surveys of research and experimental development, Frascati Manual, 9758, 1
- Innovation and learning: the two faces of R&D: Economic Journal, 99, 569 – 596, 9759, 1, Edquist, C.
- The Oxford Handbook of Innovation: 181 - 208, 9760, 1, Lundvall, B.A Borras, S., 2005
- 599–631: 9761, 1, Salter, A.J., Martin, B.R., 2001, The Economic Benefits of Publicly Funded Basic Research: A Critical Review, Research Policy
- 9762: 1, Lundvall, B.A., 1992, National Systems of Innovation: Towards a Theory of Innovation and Interactive Learning,
- 1: Bush, V., 1945, The Endless Frontier. A Report To The President, National Science Foundation, reprint 1960,
- Chen, J.: 2010, An Empirical Study on the Relationship Between the STI/DUI Learning and Technological Innovation Performance in Chinese Industries, The International Schumpeter Society Conference Aalborg University, 9765
- 2004: Is Evidence Based Government Possible?, The 4th Annual Campbell Collaboration Colloquium Washington D.C.,
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Other Resources
- Report: Institute for the Future, 2010, Report on the Future of Lightweight Innovation, http://www.iftf.org
- Report: Institute for Security Studies, 2011, Africa Futures 2050 report, http://www.issafrica.org/publications/monographs/african-futures-2050
- Report: Institute for the Future, Future of Cities, Information, and Inclusion, http://www.iftf.org
- Report: Institute for the Future, 2011, Future of Science, http://www.iftf.org
- Report: Institute for the Future, 2010, Map of the Decade, http://www.iftf.org
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