EDM192-Student Enrichment Programme

Module Provider: Institute of Education
Number of credits: 0 [0 ECTS credits]
Level:7
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring term module
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Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Dr Rebecca Berkley
Email: r.m.berkley@reading.ac.uk

Module Co-convenor: Dr Rachel Roberts
Email: r.l.roberts@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

This module provides English Language skills training and general study skills support for students on the MA in Education. The programme is run for both full time and part time students, offered as a combination of on campus and online options. It is designed as a core, non-credit bearing module so that there is no additional formal assessment at the end of each term. Students are expected to attend and a record of the module will be placed on student transcripts.

Aims:

The aims of this module are: module acts as a forum for all full time students to explore the educational approach and to develop their cultural awareness as well as strengthen their English language and study skills. For part timers it provides the forum to develop their study skills. It also provides a group venue for discussions about the programme in general.

• To gain an understanding of the MA in Education Programme


• To enhance level 7 study skills in including strategic thinking and study support


• To practice and develop English language skills, and academic reading and writing

Assessable learning outcomes:

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Additional outcomes:

• Practise English language skills in their chosen subject specialism (education)


• Increase personal ability in level 7 research and study skills


• To provide a meeting place and discussion form for students on the MA in Education to gain an understanding of their developing academic literacies and help support their study

Outline content:

• Introduction to the University of Reading and the MA in Education


• Practical workshops to improve academic literacies


• Introduction to use of the library and study advice


• Introduction to welfare and enrichment services at the University of Education


• Understanding feedback and working with your Academic Tutor


• Academic Integrity 

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

This module will be delivered in interactive sessions, which include small group work and lecturing. Some Spring term sessions are designed to be delivered through blended learning. Sessions will require some pre-reading, and students should be prepared to contribute their views and work collaboratively in order to make the sessions interactive.

Contact hours:

	Autumn	Spring	Summer
Lectures	30	20
Guided independent study:	40	40
Total hours by term	70	60	0
Total hours for module	130

Summative Assessment Methods:

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Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

The module will not be award bearing so there will not be a formal assessment.

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Penalties for late submission:

The below information applies to students on taught programmes except those on Postgraduate Flexible programmes. Penalties for late submission, and the associated procedures, which apply to Postgraduate Flexible programmes are specified in the policy 'Penalties for late submission for Postgraduate Flexible programmes', which can be found here: https://www.reading.ac.uk/cqsd/-/media/project/functions/cqsd/documents/cqsd-old-site-documents/penaltiesforlatesubmissionpgflexible.pdf
The Support Centres will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:

• where the piece of work is submitted after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
• where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.

The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/cqsd/-/media/project/functions/cqsd/documents/cqsd-old-site-documents/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.

Assessment requirements for a pass:

To pass the module attendance is required at all sessions, unless exemption has been granted for particular sessions or there is a valid, pre-agreed, reason for absence.

Reassessment arrangements:

Reassessment is not possible; no additional sessions will be offered.

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

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5) Computers and devices with a particular specification: 

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Last updated: 30 March 2023