Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Ungraded
This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2029.
Unit Learning Outcomes
1.
Understand the importance of using reliable written sources relevant to a given subject.
Assessment Criteria
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1.1.
Identify reliable written sources relevant to a given subject.
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1.2.
Explain why the sources are reliable.
2.
Be able to read and summarise information from different types of documents on straight forward subjects.
Assessment Criteria
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2.1.
Use skimming and scanning techniques to find the appropriate chapter and/or section for the relevant information or ideas required.
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2.2.
Produce an accurate and organised summary of the main points extracted from the source materials in own words, whilst maintaining the sense of the original document.
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2.3.
Check understanding of unfamiliar words and/or ideas with other reference sources which may include another person.
3.
Be able to write different types of documents for specific purposes about straight forward subjects.
Assessment Criteria
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3.1.
Select appropriate forms of written communication for two different chosen purposes, one to be an extended piece of writing.
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3.2.
Present work legibly with an appropriate structure so that the meaning is clear to the reader.
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3.3.
Use vocabulary, style and tone relevant to the subject and purpose.
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3.4.
Use standard punctuation and spelling correctly with no major grammatical errors.
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3.5.
Plan and present ideas using paragraphs to create a clear sense of structure.
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3.6.
Show evidence of using source materials through a book/reference list.