Module OSX-2000:
Communicating Science

Overview

Topics covered will be very wide ranging across Ocean Sciences including the search for extra-terrestrial life. Individual staff members contribute to a central list of topic areas, providing students with a wide range of topics. Once you've chosen a title, your tutor will guide you through the researching, presenting and writing process to suit your needs.

Topics covered will be very wide ranging across Ocean Sciences. Individual staff members contribute to a central list of topic areas, providing students with a wide range of topics. Once you've chosen a title, your tutor will guide you through the researching and writing process to suit your needs.

Assessment Strategy

Threshold - (D minus grade) A basic review of the literature pertinent to the topic of research presented (a) as a rudimentary but competent written essay and (b) as an adequate oral presentation

Good - (B grade) A thorough review of the literature pertinent to the topic of research presented (a) as a detailed, tabulated and/or illustrated essay showing clear understanding of the topic and the research questions posed and (b) as a strong, confident oral presentation.

Excellent - (A grade) An expansive review of the literature pertinent to the topic of research presented (a) as a highly creative, insightful, carefully argued, tabulated and/or illustrated essay and (b) as a riveting, entertaining, tightly argued oral presentation

Learning Outcomes

• Competently present their findings in an oral presentation.

• Competently present their findings in written form using tabulation, illustration and correct referencing methodology.

• Critically acquire, assimilate and review selected peer review information.

• Search for, find and bring together published information directly relevant to their chosen topic.