Course Title: Use critical reading skills to analyse study tasks
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: GEDU6185
Course Title: Use critical reading skills to analyse study tasks
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4399 - Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study)
Course Contact: Baia Tsakouridou, Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488
Course Contact Email: baia.tsakouridou@rmit.edu.au; melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this unit of competency, you will be introduced to skills and knowledge required to prepare to enter tertiary study. The competency will cover basic skills in research and the analysis of tasks in a further study context. It will reinforce collaboration and study skills.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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VU22649 Use critical reading skills to analyse study tasks |
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1. Examine study task requirements |
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2. Critically analyse formal instructional and/or advisory language for a study task |
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Learning Outcomes
The outcomes described in this unit relate to:
The ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) descriptors for Reading and Writing. They contribute directly to the achievement of ISLPR Reading 3/3+ and Writing 3/3+ and The Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) which is an integrated program. This means that you will study this unit with one other unit (VU22650/GEDU6186) on the same day (Language Analysis and Critical Reading cluster). Your program consists of four hours face-to-face teaching and directed study. Your Language Analysis and Critical Reading cluster, will have a minimum of three hours of directed study a week (two hours of Directed Study Required and one hour of Directed Study Recommended). You are not required to attend classes to complete the directed study, however, you are expected to complete all work given as part of the Directed Study Required and may be required to show evidence that the work has been completed. The Directed Study Recommended is there for you to further develop your skills and although not compulsory we recommend that it is completed as well. An outline of your directed study is published each week in the Modules section of Canvas.
The Weekly Program Delivery Modules are a detailed outline of what activities you will be undertaking in each session on a weekly basis. You can access these via Canvas.
This unit in part covers the reading and writing macro skills addressed in the certificate.
Examples of how you will practice and study the units:
READING
You are encouraged to read a wide range of texts relevant to the study context. write, analyse and review your own texts.
WRITING
Using a variety of reading texts as resource material you will produce written and spoken texts. You will identify your grammar and language structure errors and then revise and edit your texts to produce a final text.
You will learn to plan, draft, proofread and peer-edit your work.
The revision of important grammatical structures will be incorporated into each activity.
Teaching Schedule
Semester 1 2020
Course Dates Mon 10 July-Friday 12 June 2020
Mid semester break Thursday 9 April – Wednesday 15 April (inclusive)
Public Holidays 9 March 2020 (Labour Day); 8 June (Queen’s Birthday)
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program. This unit is clustered with VU22650 (GEDU6186) Use Language Analysis Skills to Review Own Texts. It is Cluster 4 - Critical Reading and Writing, and Language Analysis. The assessment tasks may also cover other units within the course.
Week |
VU22649 Use critical reading skills to analyse study tasks
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VU22650 Elements |
VU22649 Elements |
1 |
Diagnostic tasks sample writing
Grammar Activity- general sample for correction
Grammar overview terminology
Introduce proof reading and editing skills
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1,2 |
1,2 |
2 |
Overview of tenses
Examine language resources relevant to language analysis
Reading skills: skimming and scanning
Draft Writing - Paragraph
Practice error correction skills and language analysis skills
General conversation practice focusing on stress and intonation patterns
Examine instructional and advisory language in study tasks Give out Task 1 Portfolio of Evidence 1 Complete quiz for Assessment Task 1 on Canvas |
1,2 |
1,2 |
3 |
Overview of past tenses
Introduce stress and intonation
Reading Skills reading for main information
Share language resources relevant to language analysis, grammatical terminology and metalanguage to explain errors in writing
Practice paragraph for Assessment Task 1
Error correction skills and language analysis skills of written paragraphs
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1,2 |
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4 |
Prepositions and prepositional phrases
Reading skills: reading to locate main ideas
Practice paragraph writing and editing for Assessment Task 1
Error correction skills and language analysis skills |
1,2 |
1,2 |
5 |
Simple, compound and complex sentences
Analysis of stress and intonation, pronunciation of key vocabulary
Reading skills-locate main ideas
Error correction skills and language analysis skills from paragraph Spoken exercise and analysis for Assessment 1 in class
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1,2 |
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6 |
Vocab development - Word Forms
Reading skills: reading for meaning
Locating main ideas, details and instructional language in texts
Error correction skills and language analysis skills Confirm requirements for Task 1: Portfolio of Evidence 1 |
1,2 |
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7 |
Articles, countable and uncountable nouns, plurals
Reading skills: looking at presenting an opinion
Writing a practice paragraph
Error correction skills and language analysis skills Speaking Checklist Submit Assessment Task 1:Portfolio of Evidence 1
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1,2 |
1,2 |
8 |
Continue with articles and plurals
Feedback on Assessment Task 1
Reading Skills: reading to obtain information and practice using information to write a text
Speaking practice and analysis of verbal skills
Error correction skills and language analysis skills Give out Task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 Write paragraph for Task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
1,2 |
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9A |
Modals overview of verbs
Reading skills reading a news article
Examine and analyse spoken language skills
Error correction skills and language analysis skills
Write draft paragraph on topic discussed in class
Easter Break: Thu 9 April – Wed 15 April
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1,2 |
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9B |
Reading skills reading a news article
Examine and analyse spoken language skills
Error correction skills and language analysis skills
Write draft paragraph on topic discussed in class
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1,2 |
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10 |
Phrasal verbs
Vocabulary for critically analysing information in reading task
Practise Speaking exercise for Task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2
Error correction skills and language analysis skills for written paragraph identifying skill areas needing improvement
Discussion of useful resources to focus on errors identified
Draft written paragraph
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1,2 |
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11 |
Passive voice
Visual texts as source of information
Terminology for discussing graphs and diagrams
Discussion of reading topic
Error correction skills and language analysis skills of draft paragraph
In groups practice a spoken presentation
Complete quiz for Assessment 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 on Canvas
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1,2 |
1,2 |
12 |
Passive voice
Reading for detailed information
Complete a short oral presentation on topic using Spoken Language Checklist for Assessment 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2
Paragraph writing on reading topic
Error correction skills and language analysis spoken and written
Examine key instructional and advisory language in study tasks Complete Quiz for Assessment Task 2 on Canvas |
1,2 |
1,2, |
13 |
Cohesive devices e.g. Conjunctions
Reading skills-:reading for detail factual reporting of data in reports and studies
Writing a paragraph using facts and statistics
Error correction skills and language analysis skills-peer analysis Review requirements for completing Assessment task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
1,2 |
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14 |
Conjunctions -sentence structure
Reading skills: reading for analyzing information particularly when presented in graphic or non-continuous text form
Error correction skills and language analysis skills Submit Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
1,2 |
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15 |
Grammar review of common errors
Overview of error analysis- review of error analysis in assessment tasks
Grammar quiz to check language knowledge Feedback on Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2
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1,2 |
1,2, |
16 |
Consolidation of language analysis skills for spoken and written texts
Overview and review of grammar taught in class Additional evidence may be addressed in week 16 or 17
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1,2 |
1,2 |
17 |
Finalise assessments assessment and results; assessment re-sits; end of semester exit interviews
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**The teaching schedule maybe subject to change. Students will be advised via Canvas and in class should changes occur.
Your program is made up of:
• Orientation
• Learning activities
• Mid semester review
• Exit review
All students will be inducted into this course and into RMIT. The induction includes:
• Induction Booklet on Canvas and Analysis
• Explore RMIT
• Orientation to RMIT Libraries
Information about student services, rights and responsibilities is explained on Canvas and discussed in class.
Course dates: Semester 1 2020
Course Dates Mon 10 July-Friday 12 June 2020
Mid semester break Thursday 9 April – Wednesday 15 April (inclusive)
Public Holidays 9 March 2020 (Labor Day); 8 June (Queen’s Birthday)
This unit of competency is taught within an integrated program. This unit is clustered with VU22650 (GEDU6186) Use Language Analysis Skills to Review Own Texts. It is Cluster 4 - Critical Reading and Writing, and Language Analysis. The assessment tasks may also cover other units within the course.
Week |
VU22649 Use critical reading skills to analyse study tasks
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VU22650 Elements |
VU22649 Elements |
1 |
Diagnostic tasks sample writing
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1,2 |
1,2 |
2 |
Give out Task 1 Portfolio of Evidence 1 Complete quiz for Assessment Task 1 on Canvas |
1,2 |
1,2 |
3 |
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1,2 |
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4 |
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1,2 |
1,2 |
5 |
Spoken exercise and analysis for Assessment 1 in class
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1,2 |
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6 |
Confirm requirements for Task 1: Portfolio of Evidence 1 |
1,2 |
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7 |
Submit Assessment Task 1:Portfolio of Evidence 1
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1,2 |
1,2 |
8 |
Give out Task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 Write paragraph for Task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
1,2 |
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9A |
Easter Break: Thu 9 April – Wed 15 April
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1,2 |
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9B |
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1,2 |
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10 |
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1,2 |
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11 |
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1,2 |
1,2 |
12 |
Complete Quiz for Assessment Task 2 on Canvas |
1,2 |
1,2, |
13 |
Review requirements for completing Assessment task 2 Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
1,2 |
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14 |
Submit Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2 |
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15 |
Feedback on Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2
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1,2 |
1,2, |
16 |
Additional evidence may be addressed in week 16 or 17
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1,2 |
1,2 |
17 |
Finalise assessments assessment and results; assessment re-sits; end of semester exit interviews
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**The teaching schedule maybe subject to change. Students will be advised via Canvas and in class should changes occur.
Your program is made up of:
• Orientation
• Learning activities
• Mid semester review
• Exit review
All students will be inducted into this course and into RMIT. The induction includes:
• Induction Booklet on Canvas and Analysis
• Explore RMIT
• Orientation to RMIT Libraries
Information about student services, rights and responsibilities is explained on Canvas and discussed in class.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts in this course, but it is recommended that you bring:
• English-English dictionary (we ask that you do not use a translation dictionary)
• Thesaurus
• Display folder with plastic sleeves
• Highlighter pens
• Notebook or loose leaf paper
• Headphones
• laptop; USB stick
Overview of Assessment
This course is part of a full-time integrated program. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by quizzes, notetaking, summaries and short answer responses, essays and research reports and groupwork.
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester, in both oral and written form, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT university student as well as the responsibilities of the university. This can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities/student-charter
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy
Assessment Tasks
Summative assessments:
Assessment Task 1: Portfolio of Evidence 1 (Week 7)
You will write a short text in response to a reading text. You will peer edit and proof read your work and modify to produce modified final copies. You will discuss your written text with your peers and produce your own short spoken text which you will modify and improve. You will also complete a quiz online to show you understand the language and requirements of a study task.
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of Evidence 2 (Week 14 )
You will write a short opinion text in response to a reading text. You will peer-edit and proof-read your work and modify it to produce final modified copies. You will discuss your written text with your peers and use a speaking checklist to improve your spoken text. You will also complete a quiz online to show you understand the language and requirements of a study task
Formative assessment may also be used.
Please note: Assessments tasks may include other courses (Units of Competency) from the program.
All Assessment tasks should be submitted by the deadline.
Assessment Matrix
Each assessment clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. To successfully complete this unit you will need to demonstrate that you are competent in each element of the unit/subject as assessed in the assessment tasks. You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or student co-ordinator.
Other Information
Attendance
Your course involves participating in face to face classes. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to successfully complete this course.
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student program policy www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academicprogress
You will be asked to attend mid-semester and end of semester interviews with relevant teachers and Program Co-ordinator. The interviews are an important part of giving you feedback and supporting you through your program by monitoring your academic progress
Special consideration policy (Late submissions)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Extension www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Special consideration is an assessment adjustment for unexpected circumstances that are outside your control, which:
• have a significant adverse impact on your performance in assessment or
• prevent you from attempting or submitting the assessment. Special Consideration www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy
www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
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