This module contains the assessment items required for completion of the suite of 9 *micro-credentials. Students can only gain access to this module upon completion of courses 1 - 8 of the micro-credential suite. This module is only applicable for students seeking a credit transfer for the unit SKIL40025 Preparation Skills for University, in the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 at CQUniversity.
Summary:
Independence, self-motivation and confidence are essential skills for university. This module will explore a range of theories and concepts to facilitate the development of practical skills and positive attitudes necessary for success in higher education. It will provide opportunities for critical self-reflection on key aspects of student life, including individual learning preferences and study habits; time management and goal-setting; individual study and career paths; notetaking and assessment strategies. It will require students to practise critical thinking, and apply information literacy skills to their research. Students will learn to negotiate the procedures and systems used in higher education, and practise communication skills in a range of contexts.
Students who successfully complete the set of 9 micro-credentials* developed from the unit SKIL40025 Preparation Skills for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.
*Includes the following micro-credentials:
- Effective Study Habits for Higher Education
- Personality Types and Learning Styles
- Critical Thinking
- Clever Career Planning
- Finding and Evaluating Scholarly Research
- Effective Note-Taking and Paraphrasing
- Enhancing your Oral Presentation Skills
- Assessment Strategies and Brain-Based Learning
- Preparing for Success in Higher Education: Assessment Module.
- Develop strong study habits and effective learning strategies to become a confident and self-directed learner
- Apply critical thinking skills in a range of contexts, with a particular focus on critical self-reflection
- Set and manage goals for individual study and career paths
- Find and evaluate relevant, scholarly research
- Negotiate procedures and systems used at university
- Develop communication skills appropriate for higher education.
Assessment:
- Two Online Quizzes
- Two Written Portfolios
Fee: Free
Duration: 30 hours
Intakes: Enrolments
are taken throughout the year on a continuous basis. To enrol in this module, please email the Program Manager.
Study Mode: Online
Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations:
Students who successfully complete the set of 9 micro-credentials* developed from the unit SKIL40025 Preparation Skills for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.
*Includes the following micro-credentials:
- Effective Study Habits for Higher Education
- Personality Types and Learning Styles
- Critical Thinking
- Clever Career Planning
- Finding and Evaluating Scholarly Research
- Effective Note-Taking and Paraphrasing
- Enhancing your Oral Presentation Skills
- Assessment Strategies and Brain-Based Learning
- Preparing for Success in Higher Education: Assessment Module.
Course
Enquiries: CPD-Enquiries@cqu.edu.au