Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Dr Lai Ping Florence Ma
Contact via 98507285
Australian Hearing Hub L2 North W77
Wed 2-4pm
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
EFLA301
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is designed for students from non-English speaking backgrounds, aiming to enable them to develop highly proficient English language skills for various academic and professional settings. Students will develop the capacity to handle text types which are academicly and cognitively demanding and to master the language to good effect at a level of performance which may in certain aspects be more advanced than that of an average native speaker. This unit enables students to develop high level English skills through an in-depth analysis of various authentic spoken and written English texts in different Australian academic and professional contexts, and developing a deep understanding of the structural properties of the language. This unit develops students’ inter-cultural communicative competence through exploring key issues in cross-cultural communication and cultural differences. It is taught in blended mode with regular online activities and meaningful assessment tasks. Students will also be engaged in reflective and independent learning activities, and work actively towards mastering effective communication skills and making independent critical judgements about appropriate use of English in diverse contexts.
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Submission of most tasks is via iLearn. Details of the assessment tasks, indicative examples, and marking rubrics for all assessment types are to be found in the unit iLearn site. All assessment tasks are compulsory and must be submitted on time. As a general rule, extensions will not be granted without a valid and documented reason (e.g. medical certificate).
There are no on-campus sessions for external students; however, all students must attend an examination in Australia. Indicative examples and marking rubrics for all assessment types are to be found in the unit iLearn site.
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Skills-based tasks | 15% | No | Weeks 3, 5, 7 |
Research report | 30% | No | Week 9 |
Oral presentation | 15% | No | Week 11 |
Reflective journal | 10% | No | Week 12 |
Class participation | 10% | No | On-going |
Final examination | 20% | No | Exam. period |
Due: Weeks 3, 5, 7
Weighting: 15%
Assignments to assess reading and listening skills used in professional contexts and knowledge in grammar.
Due: Week 9
Weighting: 30%
Investigate a topic related to issues in the workplace and report findings in a written report.
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 15%
An academic presentation to report results of the research project on workplace issues.
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 10%
Write a journal to reflect on the process and outcomes of the research project conducted in this unit.
Due: On-going
Weighting: 10%
Participation in class activities, and completion of online tasks and discussions in iLearn.
Due: Exam. period
Weighting: 20%
Questions requiring short answers and integrated skills tasks to assess language skills.
2 contact hours per week
Online readings are available via the library website.
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Online Unit
Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
Is my unit in iLearn?: http://help.ilearn.mq.edu.au/unitsonline/ to check when your online unit will become available.
Technology
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.
For students attending classes on campus we strongly encourage that you bring along your own laptop computer, ready to work with activities in your online unit. The preferred operating system is Windows 10.
Students are required to access the online unit in iLearn by the end of Week 1 and follow any relevant instructions and links for downloads that may be required. If applicable, students are required to download the relevant language package prior to Week 2.
Please contact your course convenor before the end of Week 1 if you do not have a suitable laptop (or tablet) for in-class use.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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This graduate capability is supported by:
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As local citizens our graduates will be aware of indigenous perspectives and of the nation's historical context. They will be engaged with the challenges of contemporary society and with knowledge and ideas. We want our graduates to have respect for diversity, to be open-minded, sensitive to others and inclusive, and to be open to other cultures and perspectives: they should have a level of cultural literacy. Our graduates should be aware of disadvantage and social justice, and be willing to participate to help create a wiser and better society.
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