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Archived Version 2011 - 2012

Module Title Project 1
Module Code SS326
School School of Health & Human Performance

Online Module Resources

Module Co-ordinatorDr Ronan MurphyOffice NumberXB10
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module will- 1. introduce the student to the formats by which scientific knowledge is stored and the methods by which it can be retrieved. 2. how to conduct comprehensive and focus literature research into specific topics. 3. To introduce the conventions used in scientific writing. 4. To explain plagiarism and to instill an appreciation of the ethical aspects of scientific writing. 5. To develop the skills required for effective oral presentation of scientific information. Learning Outcomes The student will learn how to conduct a scientific literature search, how to structure and reference scientific writing and how to verbally communicate scientific information.

Learning Outcomes

1. To develop the ability to access relevant up-to-date, scientific information from the primary literature, collate the information and write an overview of the subject chosen.
2. To use printed and electronic primary and secondary sources to access information on a given subject.
3. To collate information and write a comprehensive review on a given subject.
4. To understand and be able to extract appropriate information from selected journal articles etc. and understand its relative importance.
5. To develop scientific writing skills and the ability to critically analyse research material.
6. Using this research material to develop presentation skills.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture10Introductory lectures
Group work30Working together as a group towards project objectives
Online activity10Sourcing relevant information
Lecture20Weekly meetings with supervisor
Independent Study55Writing, presentation preparation, data analysis, dissemination of information
Total Workload: 125

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

As per supervisors instruction (topic specific)

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Jerry R. Thomas, Jack K. Nelson, Stephen J. Silverman: 2005, Research methods in physical activity, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0736056203
Other Resources

None
Programme or List of Programmes
PEBB.Sc Physical Education with Biology
PEMBSc in Physical Education with Maths.
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