Being a Student
Name at least two different types of classes at a UK university.
lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practicals
What is reflective writing?
Reflective writing is used to analyze and examine an event, memory, or observation.
In reflective writing, the writer reflects on the meaning and impact of the occasion.
What is critical thinking? Use your own words to explain.
The process of analysing information in order to make a logical decision about the extent to which you believe something to be true or false.
What is an abbreviation? Give an example.
A short form of a word
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Abbreviations may be official (commonly used and accepted such as etc. ) or unofficial (ones you create for your own use)
What’s the difference between a presentation and a speech?
Presentations use visual aids, speeches don’t. The typical objectives of presentations may be different to speeches.
Name three differences between a lecture and a seminar.
Number of students: lectures - many students, seminars - smaller groups
Place: lectures - lecture hall, many seats facing forward, seminar - smaller room, seats around a table, students face each other
Student involvement
Role of lecturer
Why is reflective writing useful? Give three reasons.
It can help you understand your strengths and weaknesses, which allows your to learn and grow as a result of an experience
It helps you identify and question your underlying values and beliefs.
It helps with acknowledging and challenging possible assumptions on which you base your ideas, feelings and actions.
It can help you recognise areas of potential bias or discrimination in yourself, others and research
It can help with acknowledging your fears – it’s okay to admit that you struggles in places or made some mistakes. It is all part of the learning process
It can help with identifying possible inadequacies or areas for improvement – being honest with yourself as to what your next steps might be – i.e. you may need to gain further understanding about the theory before moving on to another experience
When do you use critical thinking at university? Think of at least three situations.
Critical reading, writing, listening
What three rules should we follow when taking notes? You can use your own words.
The three main rules include: Be brief, Be selective, Be clear
Name five things you shouldn’t do when delivering a presentation.
Don’t read from your script, present with a monotone voice, fold your arms or put your arms in your pockets, answer your phone, wear informal clothes, read from the screen, present a paragraph of text
What are the assessments for this course (AAS)? What is their weighting?
Semester 1: Lecture Observation Notes – 10%, Presentation – 20%, Semester 2: ICT portfolio – submit three tasks, two best count – 10% each – total 20%, Reflective essay – 50%
What is a typical structure of a reflective essay? Name the three parts it normally consists of.
Description – Interpretation - Outcome
Which is a fact and which opinion? A.The design of public spaces in cities clearly has a significant impact on people’s mood and behaviour. B.Many cities contain urban public spaces.
A – opinion ( clearly, significant), B - fact
Name three different note-taking organisation styles.
Linear notes, Column notes, tabular notes, Mind-map, Spidergram, Grid notes (page split in four), Two-page split (advantages and disadvantages / for and against / problem – solution / cause & effect)
Name five things you should do when delivering a presentation.
Face the audience and maintain eye contact, speak audibly, at an appropriate pace, Smile (when appropriate), Use appropriate gestures, Maintain proper posture, Use clear slides, Engage the audience in the introduction, Summarise the contents of your presentation in the conclusion, Wear appropriate clothes
First-class or 1st is the highest achievable mark: What percentage score do you need to receive it? What percentage of students achieve it on their degree?
Score 70% or higher (Roughly between 17-24% students achieve a 1st (BA Hons))
Which part of the reflective essay structure is the most important? Why?
Interpretation – because it shows what you’ve learned from your experience.
Which is a fact and opinion? A.The social welfare of any population is linked to many factors, such as community development. B.Community development is the main factor in determining the welfare of the population in general.
A – fact, B – opinion (main factor)
What do these abbreviations stand for?: e.g., i.e., Ibid, w/o
For example, That is / in other words, In the same source, without
What should we pay attention to when creating presentation slides? Name at least four items.
Not too much text, No spelling mistakes, Paraphrased text, Referenced images and text, Clear font and background, Images used sensibly, Clearly labelled charts and graphs