ULMS Electronic Module Catalogue |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ACADEMIC PROBLEM SOLVING AND METHODS | ||
Code | ULMS215 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr CG Marechal Work, Organisation and Management G.Marechal@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
16 |
10 |
60 |
86 | |||
Timetable (if known) |
120 mins X 1 totaling 10
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Private Study | 64 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 2: Methodological Design and Group Implementation / Presentation Type: Practical Assessment Duration: 30 Minute Presentation Weighting: 40% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Pena | 30 minutes | 40 | ||||
Assessment 1: Microsoft Office Practical Assessment Type: Practical Assessment Duration: 1 hour Weighting: 10% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Anonymous Assessment: Yes Assessment No | 1 hour | 10 | ||||
Assessment 3: Methodological Design and Implementation Type: Coursework Size: 3000 words (excluding appendix) Weighting: 50% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: | -3000 words | 50 |
Aims |
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1. Further develop students’ academic skills base and improve their engagement with research-connected teaching. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to use relevant business software proficiently |
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(LO2) Students will be able to gain a sound understanding of key methodological perspectives, with insights into ways to deploy them in their academic work |
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(LO3) Students will be able to enhance their skills in problem-solving, empirical analysis, and written and spoken communication. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to develop a self-awareness of their academic and methodological skills proficiency |
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(LO5) Students will be able to further develop their understanding of the research process and evidential decision making. |
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(S1) Problem Solving |
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(S2) Analytical |
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(S3) Communication |
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(S4) Adaptability |
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(S5) Teamwork |
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(S6) Organisation |
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(S7) Analytical Writing |
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(S8) Ethical Awareness |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method: Lecture Teaching Method: Seminars Teaching Method: Online Tutorial Self Directed Learning Hours: 64 Skills/Other Attributes Mapping Skills / attributes: IT Skills Skills / attributes: Problem solving skills Skills / attributes: Analytical skills Skills / attributes: Communication skills Skills / attributes: Adaptability Skills / attributes: Organisational skills Skills / attributes: Teamwork Skills / attributes: Ethical Awareness |
Syllabus |
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Content will include areas such as: |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |