13449 (v.4) Communication for University 011

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Area:	Centre for Aboriginal Studies
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Workshop:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Other Requisite(s):	Admission: to Indigenous Tertiary Enabling Course
Syllabus:	Development of Indigenous students communication skills required for successful tertiary study. Focus on communication skills required specifically in an academic context, introducing students to a range of academic texts, and providing students with thestrategies and structures to read, comprehend and write effectively and critically.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have - The ability to write, read, speak and listen effectively in a range of social contexts. Demonstrated strong critical thinking and evaluation skills. Demonstrated basic communication skills required for tertiary study - particularly the ability to read academic texts and write competent essays.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Murphy, E., (1985), You Can Write, Longman Cheshire, Melbourne.
Unit Texts:	Communication for University 011 Study Guide/Reader, Indigenous Tertiary Enabling Course, Bentley, Curtin University of Technology.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Exam, 20%, Major essay 40%, Short essay 20%, Tutorial presentation 20%. This is by Grade/ Mark Assessment.