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College of Technology London Page 1 Foundation programme in Business Management TERM 1 FBM COURSE HANDBOOK June 2011 Intake Contents 1. Foundation Programme in Business Mamagement - Course Structure.................................................. 2 2. Assessment Schedule ............................................................................................................................. 5 3. English for Academic Purposes............................................................................................................... 6 4. Introduction to Business Management .................................................................................................. 14 5. Information Technology ......................................................................................................................... 19

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Page 1: FBM T1 Course Handbook_June2011

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Foundation programme in Business Management TERM 1 FBM

COURSE HANDBOOK June 2011 Intake

Contents 1. Foundation Programme in Business Mamagement - Course Structure.................................................. 2

2. Assessment Schedule ............................................................................................................................. 5

3. English for Academic Purposes............................................................................................................... 6

4. Introduction to Business Management .................................................................................................. 14

5. Information Technology ......................................................................................................................... 19

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1. Foundation Programme in Business Management - Course Structure

Term 1 Term 2

IFOI3001 English for Academic Purposes IFOI3001 English for Academic Purposes

IOFI3006 Introduction to Business Management

IFOI3007 Introduction to the Fundamentals of Financial Management

IOFI3004 Information Technology IFOI3008 Introduction to the Business Environment

Note: The above course structure is subject to change as changes take place in the University/College

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Introduction The aim of the Foundation Programme in Business Management is to raise the level of the students` knowledge of Business Management. In addition, the programme will introduce students to relevant aspects of British culture and education and provide academic skills necessary for studying at any UK university. On the successful completion, it is hoped that students will attain a standard of academic knowledge which is appropriate to the standards required for entry into level 4 of a Business Management or related degree programme.

FBM Progression Rules Progression

• Teaching periods are called Terms, and students normally study 60 credits during each teaching period.

• The Pass mark for a module is 40%. Candidates are required to attempt each component of the assessment associated with a module, and cannot pass a module without attempting every component of the assessment associated with the module. Credits will only be awarded to candidates who pass a module.

• At the discretion of the examination board, candidates can be reassessed in failed modules, normally during the next assessment period. Note that at foundation level, the exam board can, at its discretion, allow a maximum of three reassessment attempts for each module.

TERM 1 –

• Candidates who pass 60 credits for Term 1 will normally qualify to progress to Term 2. • Candidates who successfully complete at least 40 credits but fewer than 60 credits for Term 1

may progress to Term 2 provided: − the marks in the failed modules are at least 25%; − they have attempted every assessment component in any failed modules.

• The University reserves the right to prohibit any student failing to achieve these requirements from progressing to Term 2. Such students may be required to repeat the failed assessment components for Term 1 for a maximum mark of 40% until a minimum of 40 credits are achieved before being allowed to progress to Term 2.

TERM 2 –

• Candidates who pass 120 credits in Term 1 and Term 2 shall qualify to be considered for a Foundation in Business Management certificate.

• Any student failing to achieve this requirement will repeat the required assessment components for Term 1 and Term 2 failed modules for a maximum mark of 40% until a minimum of 120 credits are achieved. Such candidates will then qualify for Foundation in Business Management certificate.

Results

• At the end of each term you will have assessments, feedback for which you will get at the beginning of following term.

• At the end of every level the University’s Progression Board meets to finalise the results of both

semesters of that level. You will receive a transcript of these marks at the beginning of next term.

Failure

• Any failed components of the modules for the first term of the level a student can resit only after finishing whole level. Exam office will notify student about exam dates for failed modules.

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Re-sit/Retake/Resubmission Fees Case 1: Re-sit any taught module Please see the Student Handbook.

Unfair Practice. Plagiarism! Plagiarism is passing off, or attempting to pass off, another’s work as your own. It includes copying the words, ideas, images or research results of another without acknowledgement, whether those words etc. are published or unpublished. It is plagiarism, for example, to copy the work of another student, of a member of staff or a published article without crediting the author. Persons who allow their work to be plagiarised are also guilty. Coursework, dissertations, or creative work are meant to be your own original work. Obviously you will use the work of others. Not only is this inevitable, it is expected. All scholarship builds on the work of others. The important thing to remember is always to acknowledge your sources. Consult your tutors if you have any problems, in particular with the method of citing books and articles, which may differ from subject to subject. There are no penalties for asking for advice and guidance; there are severe penalties for plagiarism! Unfair practice detected first time will be recorde d as first offence and any subsequent work submitted and suspected of unfair practice will be automatically referred for an investigation and could lead to the termination of your studies.

Please refer to the Student Resources Portal for more information:

http://resources.ctlondon.ac.uk .

Please ensure you access the student portal for gen eral information, in particular the student handbook and course timetables.

Lateness and Early Leaving

• If a student does not arrive by the published start time for a timetabled class, they will be prevented from entering the class and only permitted to enter after the attendance register has been marked for that session.

• The student should see the lecturer at the end of the session only to obtain a LATE mark on the

attendance register.

• Two late class arrivals will be treated and marked as one absence.

• A student may be allowed if required to leave 10 minutes early with the permission of the lecturer.

• If a student wishes to leave earlier than 10 minutes, the lecturer may permit him/ her to do so but

the student will be marked late and a note will be made of the time the student left.

• Leaving more than 10 minutes early is considered the same as a late arrival. If you arrive late to your classes, it is your resp onsibility to ensure the lecturer adds your presence to the attendance register at the end of t he class

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2. Assessment Schedule

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY LONDON 153 - 159 Bow Road

London E3 2SE Foundation Programme in Business Management - Term 1 - Assessment Schedule

SPRING INTAKE (June 2011)

S. No.

Module Code Module name

Assignment 1 Assignment 2 Examination

Weightage Due Submission Type Weightage Due Submission

Type Weightage Due Submission Type

1 IOFI3001 English for Academic Purposes 10% 19-Aug-11 OTS 10%

In class test(*) Week

Starting 22nd Agust

2011

2 IOFI3006 Introduction to Business Management 100% 26-Aug-11 OTS

3 IOFI3004 Information Technology 100% 26-Aug-11 OTS

NOTE: THERE IS NO LATE SUBMISSION – IF YOU MISS SUB MISSION DEADLINE YOUR ASSESSMENT WILL NOT BE MARKED

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Department of Management and Information Technology

3. English for Academic Purposes

TERM 1 IOFI3001

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A. Course Summary Module Code and Title: English for Academic Purposes I

Code: IOFI3001

Credits: 40

Assessments: Continuous Assessment Based on CourseWork

Teaching Methods: Lectures, group work, workshops

Pre-requisites: IELTS of 5.0

Number of

Lectures/workshops: Term 1 :

6 hours per week Term 2 : 6 hours per week

Syllabus: The course is divided in to two parts – Study Skills & Academic

Writing. The syllabus for Study Skills is: Critical Thinking and Reading Note Taking Paraphrasing and Summarizing Research Skills Referencing Plagiarism Meeting the assessment criteria Developing logical and critical analysis skills The syllabus for Academic Writing covers: Essay structure, academic style, how to construct a written argument using evidence from your reading, and how to avoid plagiarism. Students will work on paraphrasing and summarizing, and the correct way to reference sources. Students write two essays during the course. Using a process writing approach, students will write a first draft that will be discussed in class before submitting their second draft for summative assessment. The tasks have been designed to enable the students to develop the ability to produce extended academic writing, and to learn how to use a variety of strategies to achieve their goals. Tasks are broken down into stages which students are guided through by the use of questioning techniques.

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B. Module Description Working on study skills will help students develop a clear understanding of the requirements of their academic journey. It will help them to use various sources to collect information to enrich their academic writing. There is a strong focus on referencing skills and avoiding the common academic pitfall of plagiarism. Students are encouraged to understand plagiarism through its relationship to poor academic practice. This understanding incorporates an emphasis on the use of logical and critical analysis that is key in any academic piece of work. Although many overseas students who study English achieve quite a good degree of spoken fluency, and are capable of a good level of understanding through reading and listening, they may still struggle when called upon to produce accurate academic writing. This is a more specialised skill which requires study and practice for students to be able to demonstrate a degree of accomplishment. This course is designed to prepare students for their future studies by introducing them to the conventions of academic writing in Britain. The objective of this course is for students to: Develop the ability to use various sources to gather and collect information Develop the ability to reference the various sources used appropriately Develop the ability to use sound academic writing principles

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the sessions students should be able to: Use various sources to collect information and organise it for analysis and interpretation. Understand critical analysis and be able to effectively use it in academic writing Understand and apply academic writing principles Understand and clearly avoid plagiarism Develop and properly use referencing for academic purposes Develop other related skills necessary for academic purposes like computer skills, personal planning skills among others Be familiar with the conventions of academic writing in the UK Know how to decide on the appropriate content for an essay, how to plan and organise their writing, how to begin and conclude paragraphs, and how to write clear essay introductions and conclusions Incorporate ideas from their reading into their writing in an appropriate manner

Transferable and other

skills:

Written skills Research Planning Information gathering Logical, analytical and critical analysis

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Department of Management and Information Technology Develop logical, critical and analytical skills Teaching sessions will be interactive and will involve students in practical exercises, class discussion, self reflection and group discussions

C .Course Structure This course uses the process approach to teaching academic writing, whereby students write drafts which they improve via the incorporation of student and teacher feedback. So students read and discuss each other’s first essay drafts, before producing a second draft which is marked by the teacher. Many of the activities require students to participate in pair and group discussion with their classmates. For example, before a particular writing task is attempted students may brainstorm ideas for content, or discuss the appropriate essay structure. This helps to heighten awareness of different possible approaches, and to develop critical thinking ability.

D. Lecture Schedule TERM ONE

Week 1- Critical thinking and reading • Introduction to module • Effective study • Introduction to critical thinking and argument structure

Week 2- Note taking

• Importance of note taking • Note taking from written and spoken sources

Week 3– Paraphrasing and summarising

• Avoiding unintentional plagiarism • Identifying key information • Use of notes

Week 4– Referencing 1

• Unfair practice • The Harvard system • Incorporation of references • Key details

Week 5– Referencing 2

• Producing a reference list • Producing a bibliography • Electronic Vs traditional sources

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Department of Management and Information Technology Week 6 – Critical thinking

• Identifying arguments • Reading critically • Evaluating arguments

Week 7 – Academic Writing

• Question analysis • Structure in academic writing • Incorporation of sources

Week 8 – Research Skills

• In-class test • Review

Week 9 - Research Skills • Source evaluation • Effective reading / Library skills • Information gathering on and offline

Week 10 – Revision • Revision

TERM TWO

Week 1: Organising paragraphs Students work on:

• the nature of academic writing • the structure of a paragraph • the development of a paragraph • writing introductions and conclusions

Week 2: Cohesion and coherence / Planning Students work on:

• reference words (e.g. pronouns) • linking words and expressions • the purpose of an essay plan • how to write an essay plan

Week 3: Argument and discussion Students work on:

• the language of discussion • organising a discussion • counter-arguments • providing evidence • cause and effect

Week 4: Avoiding plagiarism Students work on:

• understanding what plagiarism is • incorporating material from reading through paraphrasing and summarising

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Week 5: References and quotations / Essay 1 draft 1 Students work on :

• when references are necessary • how to write references • how to use quotations • reading, discussing and improving essay one draft one

Week 6: Examples / Definitions / Generalisations / Caution Students work on:

• ways of giving examples • ways of writing definitions • ways of generalizing • the use of tentative and cautious language

Week 7: Comparisons / Problems and solutions Students work on:

• comparison forms and structures • organising problem and solution texts

Week 8: Rewriting and proof-reading / Tutorials Students work on:

• rewriting and proof-reading • individual tutorials

Week 9: Essay 2 draft 1 / Tutorials Students work on:

• reading, discussing and improving essay two draft one • individual tutorials

Week 10: Revision

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E. References

Coursebook: [Students must buy this book]

1. Bailey, S. (2011) Academic Writing for International Students of Business. Abingdon: Routledge. Other references: 2. Zemach, D.E. and Rumisek, L.A. (2005) Academic Writing: from Paragraph to Essay. Oxford: Macmillan. 3. Trzeciak, J. and Mackay, S.E. (2001) Study Skills for Academic Writing. Harlow: Longman. 4. Jordan, R.R. (1999) Academic Writing Course. Harlow: Longman.

5. Cottrell S (2003), The Study Skills Handbook. Palgrave Study Guides

6. Mcmillan, K. and Weyers, J. (2007). The Smarter Student- Study Skills and Strategies

for Success at University. Prentice Hall: Pearson.

7. Cameron, S. (2002) Business Student’s Handbook: Learning Skills for Study and Employment. Prentice Hall

8. Cottrell, S (1999) The Study Skills Handbook, Macmillan, Basingstoke.

9. Drew, S & Bingham,R (1997) The Student Skills Guide, Gower, Aldershot

10. Payne, E & Whittaker, L (2000) Developing Essential Study Skills, Financial Times/

PrenticeHall, Harlow.

F. Assessment Assessment for this module is 100% by coursework, consisting of – Portfolio 80% Presentation 20% The Portfolio Term 1 Assessments contribute to 20% of the final assessment for the portfolio. They are -

• Comprehension, bibliographical and referencing coursework (10%) • In-class test (10%)

Term 2 assessments complete the portfolio. They consist of –

• Two academic essays, of which the best is submitted for assessment (30%) • Self-reflective learner’s journal (30%)

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Department of Management and Information Technology Presentation A 10 minute presentation on a suitable topic utilising Powerpoint slides as illustration.

Portfolio assessments Term 1

Comprehension, bibliographical and referencing coursework

Part 1

Coursework

Notes

Produce a set of diagrammatic notes of the text provided by your teacher:

Koontz, H. and Weihrich,H. (2007) Essentials of Management. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill pp.36-46.

Summary

Produce a summary of: Koontz, H. and Weihrich,H. (2007) Essentials of Management. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill pp.36-46. This should include in-text referencing and a full reference to the source.

Synthesised Summary

Produce a synthesised summary of:

Worthington, I. and Britton, C. (2006) The Business Environment. Harlow: Pearson pp.394-400. and one other source from the reading list for Essay 2. This should include a reference list and in-text referencing for both sources. Part 2 In-class test (Comprehension, bibliographical and referencing tasks)

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Department of Management and Information Technology Marking Criteria: Notes 25%

• Organisation 10% • Content 10% • Presentation 5%

Summary 30% • Organisation 10% • • Content 10% • Referencing 10%

Synthesised summary 45% • Organisation 15% • Content 15% • Referencing 15%

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4. Introduction to Business Management

TERM 1 IOFI3006

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A. Module Summary Module Code and Title: Introduction to Business Management

Code: IOFI3006 Level: 3

Credits: 20 Terms Taught: 1

Assessments: 1x report (1500 words)

Teaching Methods: � Lectures

� Seminars � Presentations � Pair work � Group work � Workshops � Case Studies � Scenarios

Pre-requisites: None Co-requisites: None

Taught in the medium of

Welsh: No Incompatibles: None

Number of

Lectures/workshops:

4 hours Contact Hours: 36 hours

Syllabus: � Introducing business, and functions of management

� Human Resource Management � Operations Management � Marketing � Management Information Systems � Organisational Behaviour � Contemporary Issues in Managemen

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the sessions students should be able to:

- Understand some understanding of business activities, their purpose, structures and relationship to one another

- Demonstrate some understanding of business functions such as human resource management, operations management, marketing, and management information systems

- Demonstrate some understanding of the theoretical principles that inform management actions and behaviours within some functional management areas

Transferable and other skills:

- Academic reading skills - Analytical and evaluation skills - presentation skills - Synthesizing skills - Development of Individual and group learning behaviour - leadership development - confidence building

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B. Module Description This module is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of business management, its environment, and key theories and practices that govern business organisations today. The module is based on theoretical aspects and practical scenarios. Directed reading will be a key component of the module. Each week a reading will be assigned from the main text recommended for the module, and discussions will be held in the class to highlight the practical implications of the readings. In addition, a substantial component of the module will focus on the following key aspects:

- practical case study reading (from newspapers in recommended Daily Readings list) - videos – multimedia presentation on selected topics - practical visits to selected small business organisations in London - field visits to broaden the general understanding of culture and environments – in this regard

visits will be organised to the Bank of England, Apple Computer Shop in Regents Street, and the Science Museum

At the beginning of each week, a short half hour lecture will be given by the Tutor on the topic of the week. This will continue with either, case study reading and discussion, or video and multimedia presentation or field visits throughout the course of the week. In this regard, the teaching sessions will facilitate the development of analytical, evaluation, communication, team and leadership skills through self-directed discovery and peer assisted learning. The lecture programme schedule may change depending on the timing of the field visits and other practical components that will be organised by the Tutor.

C. Lecture Schedule Lecture Programme I

Week 1 – Introducing Business ( Activity, Form and Structure) Week 2 - Introduction to Functions of Business ( Functions Overview, Interdependence) Week 3 - Human Resource Management Week 4 - Operations Management Week 5 - Marketing Week 6 – Management Information Systems Week 7 – Organisational Behaviour: Morale and Motivation Week 8 – Organisational Behaviour: Conflict and Change Week 9 – Contemporary Issues in Management Week 10 – Revision Week 11 – Submission of Final Report NB THE RUNNING ORDER OF THESE SESSIONS MAY BE SUBJE CT TO CHANGES

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D. References

1. Boddy, D. (2005), Management an Introduction, 3e, \FT Prentice Hall

Other Recommended Reading

1. Cole, G.A. (1996) Management: Theory & Practice 5th edition, London, DP Publications 2. Foot, M and Hook,C. (2002) Introducing Human Resource Management, 3rd edition, Essex: Pearson Education Limited. 3. Griffin, R. W. (1999) Management, 6th ed. Houghton Mifflin Co. 4. Pettinger, R. (2002) Introduction to Management, 3rd edition, London, DP Publications 5. Mullins L J (2002) Management and Organisational Behaviour, FT Prentice

Daily Reading :

- City AM ( a free paper) - The Times, - The Guardian

Useful websites: www.bized.ac.uk provides case studies appropriate for educational purposes www.carol.co.uk provides company annual reports online www.census.gov/ipc/www Census data www.corporateinformation.com provides corporate information and company reports www.ecowin.com global financial and economic data www.bloomberg.com Bloomberg - provider of worldwide financial information www.emerald-library.com/EMR provides access to journals www.ft.com The Financial Times www.cipd.co.uk Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development www.peoplemanagement.co.uk Online magazine of Chartered Institute of Personnel and

Development

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E. Assessment

Assignment 1

"Using Hertzberg's theory, describe how managers mi ght improve the motivation of employees."

Guide length: 1500 words This assignment forms 100% of your overall mark for this module Marking criteria Evidence of background reading 20% Depth of knowledge and focus 30% Use of and application of academic theories, models, quotes, etc. 30% Conclusions 10% Structure and presentation 10%

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2. Information Technology

TERM 1 IOFI3004

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A. Module Summary Module Code and Title: Information Technology Code: IOFI3004 Level: 3 Credits: 20 Terms Taught: 1 Assessments: 1 x Coursework (100%) Teaching Methods: � Lectures

� Tutorials � Practical � Group work � Workshops

Pre-requisites: None Co-requisites: None Taught in the medium of Welsh:

No Incompatibles: None

Number of Lectures/workshops:

2 hours+ 4hours Contact Hours: 60 hours

Syllabus: • Concepts of Information and Communication Technology

• Using the Computer and Managing Files

• Web Browsing and Communication

• Word Processing

• Spreadsheets

• Presentation

• E-learning and Virtual Learning Environments

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the sessions students should be able to:

• Demonstrate and understanding of IT terminologies in English;

• Demonstrate an ability to use E-mail and web applications for

learning;

• Demonstrate an ability to use a range of Microsoft Office

software to improve the efficiency of their learning;

• Demonstrate an understanding of combining software packages

to produce documents in academic environments.

• Demonstrate an ability to use Virtual Learning Environment and

access learning materials using digital equipments.

Transferable and other skills:

Development and application of: • Information gathering and analysis

• Utilise computer software

• Presentation and research

• Pair and group work

• Communication skills, debating and essay writing.

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B. Module Description This module is designed to provide an introduction to Information Technology (IT) for foundation year students

who are preparing to engage with digital research and using computers to support their further studies. It will

provide a basic IT literacy and cover essential IT skills, which will be used as tools to aid research, planning and

development of academic work.

This module will start with the basic concepts and operations of computer which require students to understand

the IT terminologies and concepts at a general level. Next, the module will develop skills to allow students to

handle and process information by using Microsoft Office software package. Finally, concepts of Virtual Learning

Environment and Open Courseware will be introduced to build up self-study ability.

Lectures will tend to be freely structured and will involve lab-based instruction, general group discussion, pair and

small group sessions and short question and answer exercises.

Students should be prepared in advance for each weekly topic by reading and personal research prior to each

lecture. Because the module content is cumulative, it is very important that all students should attend every

lecture and workshop, and keep up to date with task and homework. If at any time you find that you are falling

behind in your comprehension, you should speak to your lecturer to rectify the problem, so that no miss out on

subsequent content.

C. Lecture Schedule

Week 1– Concepts of Information Technology � Introduce the objectives, syllabus and assessment of the module � Understand the concept and terminology of hardware, software, network, and file system. � Understand what hardware is, know about factors that affect computer performance and know

about peripheral devices. � Understand what software is and give examples of common applications software and operating

system software. � Understand how information networks are used within computing, and be aware of the different

options to connect to the Internet. � Use the main features of the operating system including adjusting the main computer settings

and using built-in help features. Week 2 – Use computer to gather information

� Understanding terms of the Internet and WWW. Use the Web to gather information, efficiently, and safely. Understand how to use search engine and online encyclopedia.

� Use email and understand the advantages and disadvantages. Effective use of email, i.e. spell check, cc&bcc, forward, attachments.

� Be aware of � Use online calendar, student resource portal, and other web application related to college study,

select effectively. � Use correct terminology in group discussions.

Week 3 – Word processing Microsoft Word

� Create and work with Word documents, and understand different formats � Understand main functions of Word � Formatting � Insert objects � Input mathematical formulae and special characters in Word.

Week 4, 5, and 6 – Spreadsheet Microsoft Excel

� Work with spreadsheets

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� Understand main functions of Excel � Enter, select, lookup, move and delete data � Create mathematical and logical formulae in Excel � Format content in worksheet � Create charts

� Fieldtrip in week 6

Week 7 and 8 – Presentation Microsoft PowerPoint

� Create and work with PowerPoint documents � Use main functions of PowerPoint � Effectively develop and format presentation, using slide layouts, templates � Insert and edit charts, images and objects � Apply animations � Basic presentation skills

Week 9 – Document Integration

� Effectively integrate Excel worksheet, chart and PowerPoint with Word � Effectively integrate Word, Excel worksheet, chart with PowerPoint

Week 10 – Virtual Learning Environment

� Use Learning Management System (LMS) e.g. Moodle with rich multimedia content and activities such as quizzes and message boards

� Access to free Open Courseware: MIT, Stanford, UCBerkeley, etc. � Google Books � Access to academic database � Recap

D. References

Main recommended texts

1. P.K. McBride 2006 “Communicating with Email and the Internet: Learning made simple.”

Butterworth- Heinemann 2. K. Brindley 2006, “Word Processing with Word: Learning made simple”. Butterworth-

Heinemann 3. G Hart-Davis 2007 “How to do everything with Microsoft Office Excel 2007” McGraw-Hill 4. A.Edney 2007, Powerpoint 2007 in Easy Steps. Computer Steps.

Other reading:

1. Peter Norton's Introduction to Computers, 6/E, 2004, Peter Norton, McGraw-Hill

2. Computers Are Your Future, Introductory, 10/E, 2009, Diane M. Coyle, Prentice Hall

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E. Assessment

Assignment 1 This assignment is worth 100% of the overall module mark Task 1 Microsoft Word Assignment (25%) Write a 400~500 words report on your Word learning, summarising the skills you have used to produce the Word booklet. Attach the booklet file you finished for the workshop as appendix. Task 2 Microsoft Excel Assignment (25%) Write a 400~500 words report on your Excel learning. Integrate Excel worksheet and (or) chart into the report, and summarising the methods and functions you have used to produce the spreadsheets. Task 3 Microsoft PowerPoint Assignment (25%) Write a 400~500 words on your PowerPoint learning. Integrate each PowerPoint slide into the report, and summarising the methods and skills you have used to produce the PowerPoint slides. Task 4 Virtual Learning Environment Assignment (25% ) You are required to write a professional report on Virtual Learning Environment. (Guide length 1500 words) Your discussion must include considerations of the following aspects though you should not be restricted to them. • The definition of VLE • Widely used VLE platform and system • VLE Pros and Cons • Your suggestions on using VLE Marking criteria: You are asked to review your original workshop assignments and make required revision before your final submission. Task 1 to Task 3 will be assessed on the Criteria Available marks Appropriateness of functions and methods used 15 Quality & accuracy of language used 5 Ability to justify the techniques used 5 Task 4 will be assessed on the Criteria Available marks Evidence of background reading and appropriate referencing 10 Definitions of key issues 5 Suggestions 5 Quality & accuracy of language used 5 -End-