EPHUMA112

Aboriginal Tertiary Foundations

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 1, Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007

Designed to provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with the learning skills necessary for tertiary study.

Objectives Through the use of in-class activities, assessments, personalised learning contracts and a range of experiential exercises this course will:
1. review the assessment structures commonly used at The University of Newcastle.
2. increase competence in reading and note-taking skills.
3. increase confidence and competence in a range of written formats suitable for the commencement of tertiary study.
4. improve listening, speaking and discussion skills.
5. develop and improve computer skills.
6. develop the ability to retrieve, synthesize, critically evaluate and present relevant information.
7. develop and improve groupwork
8. apply learning skills in order to improve various assessment techniques including essay writing, seminar presentations and examinations.
Content This course is designed to provide students with the tertiary skills and aptitude necessary for successful tertiary study, on a personalised basis.
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Portfolio.
Requires students to work through the process of planning and then investigating an essay topic.
Other: (please specify) Personalised Learning Contract
This personalised learning contract and portfolio will include exercises and activities completed during the semester, and highlight key personal areas for development and achievement.
Presentations - Individual Students are given the opportunity to develop presentation and researching skills.
Contact Hours Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for EPHUMA112