Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Justice Studies

Learning Methods

Lecture
Online
Seminar
Tutorial

Module Offerings

4106CRIM-SEP-MTP

Aims

1) To allow students to appreciate the requirements of studying at HE level within the context of the Criminology & Psychology programme and to acquire such skills in a supportive environment and module structure. 2) To provide induction into use of Library, JMU intranet, Canvas and other key aspects of studying at LJMU. 3) To encourage students to engage with the development of employability skills by completing a self-awareness assessment.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Use recommended sources to prepare written work which conforms to academic standards of clarity, structure, referencing and bibliographic requirements; be competent in the use of university IT resources.
2.
Be able to demonstrate competency in a range of academic skills required to succeed at HE level.
3.
To identify and reflect upon the following aspects of self-awareness in respect of personal development and career planning: strengths and weaknesses, motivations and values, ability to work with others.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:An indicative range of topics studied includes: • Referencing requirements • Plagiarism and paraphrasing • Writing at University • Constructing academic arguments • Independent learning • Understanding the marking criteria • ICT skills • Career Smart e-learning assessment
Module Overview:
This module is designed to introduce you to the study skills that are required for successful learning in higher education. From intensively supported classes in which study skills will be taught and practiced, to individual meetings to reflect upon your learning progress and requirements, you will be able to build on and practice your subject-specific and key skills. You will also begin to map your development as an active learner, leading to an ability to put these skills into action throughout your Criminology & Psychology programme.
Additional Information:This module is designed to introduce students to the study skills that are required for successful learning in higher education. From intensively supported classes in which study skills will be taught and practiced, to individual meetings to reflect upon students' learning progress and requirements, supported students will be able to build on and practice their subject-specific and key skills and begin to map their development as active learners to be able to put these skills into action throughout their Criminology & Psychology programme.

Assessments

Future Focus e-learning task
Portfolio