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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description The purpose of this module is to provide students with the basic skills needed to interpret geographical data and information and to develop accurate communication skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Access, explore and acquire geographical data 2. Input, manipulate and analyse data and produce basic statistical analysis, graphs and maps in Microsoft Excel 3. Interpret, display and accurately report on geographic data and information 4. Develop accurate essay/report writing skills and the presentation of an academic bibliography, using the Harvard Referencing System 5. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing and present different geographical viewpoints via group discussions/activities | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities InformationAcademic information sources and where to find themCritical thinkingCritical thinking in geographyPlagiarismPlagiarism and how to cite and referenceReference managementReference management tools for geographyGeographic dataGeographic data: Where to find it and how to manage it?Microsoft ExcelUsing Microsoft Excel to explore geographic data | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 0, Loop, 0, Loop module site will include key readings, 0, Loop Required Readings, 0, All students are expected to have read required readings in advance of zoom tutorials each week, 0, Google Scholar, 0, Google Scholar is also particularly useful for locating academic articles, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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