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Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Alison Hawkins-Bond
Contact via 02 98720321
RIDBC Renwick Centre, North Rocks
8.30-4.30 Monday to Thursday
Adminstration
Lena Karam
Contact via 02 98720303
RIDBC Renwick Centre, North Rocks
9.00-4.00 Monday to Friday
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
40cp from SPED8900 - SPED8999
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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 provides students with the opportunity to prepare for and then undertake the equivalent of 14 days of professional experiences in the field of sensory disability. As a means of understanding both diverse roles and a team approach, students complete a professional experience including both observation of professionals supporting people with sensory impairment and online learning experiences relating to the student's chosen areas of interest. Central to this professional experience is a critical reflection model that guides and highlights the student's awareness regarding the role that research plays in strengthening their professional skills and knowledge. Using critical reflection students will demonstrate in the ePortfolio knowledge of professional practice that optimises outcomes for people with sensory disability. |
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:
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://students.mq.edu.au/important-dates
Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when you submit each assignment:
Draft Submissions & Turnitin Originality Reports
Students may use Turnitin’s Originality Report as a learning tool to improve their academic writing if this option is made available in the unit. Students are strongly encouraged to upload a draft copy of each assessment to Turnitin at least one week prior to the due date to obtain an Originality Report.
The Originality Report provides students with a similarity index that may indicate if plagiarism has occurred. Students will be able to make amendments to their drafts prior to their final submission on the due date.
Generally, one Originality Report is generated every 24 hours up to the due date.
Students should regularly save a copy of all assignments before submission.
Students are responsible for checking that their submission has been successful and has been submitted by the due date and time.
Assignment extensions and late penalties
In general, there should be no need for extensions except through illness or misadventure that would be categorised as serious and unavoidable disruption according to the University definition of same, see: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Applications for extensions must be made via AskMQ according to the Special Consideration policy. Extensions can only be granted if they meet the Special Considerations policy and are submitted via https://ask.mq.edu.au/. This will ensure consistency in the consideration of such requests is maintained.
Late submissions without extension will receive a penalty. You are reminded that submitting even 1 day late could be the difference between passing and failing a unit. Late penalties are applied by unit convenors or their delegates after tasks are assessed.
No assessable work will be accepted after the return/release of marked work on the same topic. If a student is still permitted to submit on the basis of unavoidable disruption, an alternative topic may be set.
Students should keep an electronic file of all assessments. Claims regarding "lost" assessments cannot be made if the file cannot be produced. It is also advisable to keep an electronic file of all drafts and the final submission on a USB untouched/unopened after submission. This can be used to demonstrate easily that the assessment has not been amended after the submission date.
Requesting a re-assessment of an assignment
If you have evidence that your task has been incorrectly assessed you can request a re-mark. To request a re-mark you need to contact the unit convenor within 7 days of the date of return of the assignment and provide a detailed assessment of your script against the task criteria. Evidence from your assignment must be provided to support your judgements.
Failed assessments cannot be re-marked as they are all double-marked as a part of the moderation process.
Grades are standards referenced and effort is NOT a criterion.
Criteria for awarding grades for assessment tasks
SPED8910 is a pass/ fail unit. In order to meet the unit outcomes and successfully pass this unit, students must make a genuine attempt at all assessment tasks. Students who demonstrate a 'Graduate' level of competency on their Professional Experience and complete the requirements of the ePortfolio will be awarded a Pass (ungraded).
In order to meet the Professional Experience placement expectations of this unit, students must:
Withdrawing from this Unit
If you are considering withdrawing from this unit, please seek academic advice via https://ask.mq.edu.au before doing so as this unit may be a co-requisite or prerequisite for units in the following sessions and may impact on your progression through the degree. Please contact Claire Farrington on 0298720811 or claire.farrington@ridbc.org.au prior to withdrawing and for advice related to your progression.
Results
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.
To be eligible to commence the placement component of this unit,
Students must be able to present evidence of completion of the following prior to Week 2:
Students may need to withdraw from this unit if this has not been obtained in time.
Fitness to practice requirements:
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Delivery and Resources
SPED8909 has a full web presence through iLearn. The iLearn site is available ahead of Session 1 for the completion and uploading of all Mandatory Check Forms. All other requirements for this unit begin Session 1 Week 1, 2020. Students are expected to access the iLearn site and engage with unit materials regularly during Session 1.
Support resources
Macquarie University has a range of services for students. If you are struggling with any aspect of academic life or career trajectory and skills, we have great supports within the university. Please refer to the comprehensive list of support services here.
Access and technical assistance
Information for students about access to the online component of this unit is available at ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/. You will need to enter your student username and password.
Please do NOT contact the Unit Convenor regarding iLearn technical help.
No extensions will be given for any technical issues. Allow enough time for your submissions.
Assistance is available from IT Helpdesk ph: 1800 67 4357, or log a request at help.mq.edu.au. OneHelp is the online IT support service for both students and staff.
This unit requires students to use several ICT and software skills:
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The unit is divided into a series of topics; the materials are open for the entirety of the session:
Week |
Week Begins |
Activities and Assessments |
Due Dates |
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1 |
24 Feb |
Activity 1 Completion of Critical Reflection Tool Activity 2 Completion of Focus Area planning, setting of individual SMART learning goals (based on Focus Areas to improve) and outline of proposed initial literature review/research |
Mandatory checks and Task 1 and 2 due midnight 1 March |
2 |
2 Mar |
Ongoing Focus Area planning and reading of identified literature. Initial references submitted are to be added to throughout the Prof Exp. as you deepen your understanding or your chosen Focus Areas for improving. |
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3 |
9 Mar |
Assessment 1 Start Observation Placements Block 1
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The placement dates outlined here are only a guide to assist you in ensuring that you will finish by the end of the Session. |
4 |
16 Mar |
Observation Placements |
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5 |
23 Mar |
Observation Placements |
Ensure Block 1 dates have been authorised/ signed approval given by Professional Experience Coordinator midnight 5 April as a guide only |
6 |
30 Mar |
Observation Placements submission of Block 1 ePortfolio |
BLOCK 1 MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR MARKING BEFORE STARTING BLOCK 2. |
7 |
6 Apr |
Start Observation Placements Block 2 |
NOTE: Ensure 2-week gap between submission of Block 1 ePortfolio and starting of block 2, to allow sufficient time for marking and feedback. |
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University Recess |
starts Monday 13 Apr |
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University Recess |
starts Monday 20 Apr |
8 |
27 Apr |
Observation Placements Complete mid-session online reflection (as part of block 1 ePortfolio) and comment on at least 2 other student’s reflections. |
Ensure Block 2 dates have been authorised/ signed approval given by Professional Experience Coordinator |
9 |
4 May |
Observation Placements |
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10 |
11 May |
Observation Placements |
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11 |
18 May |
Observation Placements |
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12 |
25 May |
Observation Placements |
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13 |
1 Jun |
Assessment 2 Submission of Block 2/FINAL ePortfolio. Complete end-session online reflection (as part of block 2 ePortfolio) and comment on at least 2 other student’s reflections. |
As stated in the handbook all coursework needs to be completed and submitted for marking in week 13 of the Session in which you enrol in the course. Final date for submission of ePortfolio is midnight 7 June General Assessment Information Students requesting an extension for the final assignment should submit a this at https://ask.mq.edu.au/. The Professional Experience Coordinator should be notified prior to the submission being made. |
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:
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 published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) 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 or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@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 help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
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
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@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.
Date | Description |
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06/02/2020 | Updated need to participate in online reflection posts |