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Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast

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Unit name Research and Information Skills
Unit code UPP045
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School University College
Discipline Pre-Degree
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Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and communicate different types of information sources for academic purposes.

2. Analyse the suitability of information sources for academic purposes using criteria related to their reliability.

3. Identify and apply the principles of academic integrity including following a recognised referencing style to acknowledge sources.

4. Analyse the relevance of research findings, and any related ethical considerations or implications

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Two hour workship and one hour tutorial weekly.

Assessment

AT1: Reliability Evaluation Task (40%)

AT2: Literature Research Task (60%)

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