ESL172 Language and Learning Skills (8)
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In this CSU-TPC subject students will develop the skills and knowledge required to research, write, evaluate and present information ethically in a further study context. Students will also identify their personal learning styles and develop a plan for skill development for future learning and career development. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Internal | Bathurst Campus | | Internal | Wagga Wagga Campus | | Internal | Western Sydney Institute | | Distance* | Dubbo Campus |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ESL172
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | SY/US | Academic Success |
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Assumed Knowledge|
Normally applicants will have Year 12 or equivalent, however applicants with other educational backgrounds will also be considered.
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Enrolment restrictions|
Restricted to students enrolled in the CSU Pathway Program - Diploma of General Studies. |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to analyse, compose and present a range of texts
- be able to select information for specific purposes
- be able to use referencing conventions
- be able to present a researched essay and report
- be able to make a short, formal oral presentation
- be able to apply ethical study practice
- be able to evaluate opportunities and develop a strategic plan for career development
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Learning styles identification and utilisation
- Preparation for study
- Purposes of writing
- Writing styles and text types
- Referencing - Harvard/APA/Plagiarism
- Planning your writing - mind maps, note taking, research skills and techniques
- How to write a report
- How to write an essay
- Creative writing
- How to give an oral presentation
- Identify skills and gaps in career paths and develop a plan for future options
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Residential SchoolThis subject contains a compulsory 5 day residential school.
Students studying the distance education option are required to attend two face-to-face residential schools at the support hub in Dubbo, including a three day orientation at the start of the course.
Dates for Residential Schools
First Residential School/Orientation- Tuesday 25, Wednesday 26, Thursday 27 February 2014.
Second Residential School - Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 March 2014
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
