AS002-512 - Study Skills for Life

  • 2,784 Standard Tuition Fee
  • 12
    Credit Points
  • 0.125 EFT 
  • 5
    AQF level
  • Category foundational unit
    A
  • research methodsUnit Discipline

Exclusions

Prior to 2020, this unit content was delivered under the unit code SS201.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will

A. Know and understand

Demonstrate Foundational knowledge and understanding of study skills for Christian Studies at tertiary level

B. Be able to

1. Outline the nature of learning and the principles and methods of effective study
2. Demonstrate skill in discovering, reading, understanding and evaluating texts in Christian Studies
3. Present Organised evidence-based perspectives on selected aspects of Christian Studies 

C. Be in a position to

Relating skills and perspectives from ‘Study Skills for Life’ to tertiary level Christian Studies

Content

Part A: Learning Theory & Technology

  • Use Bloom’s Taxonomy to understand the hierarchical nature of learning and how it applies to theological study.
  • Understand different learning styles and how it applies to their own learning
  • Engaging with online learning tools (Moodle, Websites)
  • Technological Aids to learning

Part B: Study Skills

  • Introduction to Scholarly referencing
  • Logistics of research – journals, catalogues, websites
  • Reflective Journaling – the process of journaling and reflection
  • Arrangements for supervision and mentoring – what makes a good supervisor/mentor and the pragmatics of setting up this type of relationship

Part D: Reading and Writing for Learning

  • Speed Reading - how to analyse books and assess their “worth” for study and engagement.
  • Reading and Evaluating texts – reading strategies and key questions to ask whilst reading for meaning.
  • How to write a theological essay and book review

Note:

Sections A, B, C are weighted 30%, 30% and 40%

Set Readings

Prescribed:

Adler , Mortimer J. (2014) How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading. Revised Edition.  Touchstone, New York.

Cameron, Andrew, Brian S. Rosner. (2010). The Trials of Theology: Becoming a 'Proven worker' in a Dangerous Business. Fearn, Scotland : Christian Focus Publications,

Jensen, Michael (2012). How to Write a Theology Essay. The Latimer Trust, London.

Weston Anthony (2000). A Rulebook for Arguments. 3rd Edition. Hackett Publishing Company, Cambridge.

 

Recommended:

CD ROM (2007). Teaches Speed Reading. Scottsdale, Arizona: The Literacy Company.

Clarke, Alan, (2008.).  E-learning Skills. 2nd ed.  New York : Palgrave Macmillan.

Cottrell, Stella. (2011). Critical Thinking Skills: Developing effective analysis and argument. 2nd ed. Houndmills, Hampshire, UK: Palgrave Macmillan,

Cottrell, Stella. (2008). The Study Skills Handbook. 3rd ed. Houndmills, England: Palgrave Macmillan.

Dolowitz, David P.,  Steve Buckler, and Fionnghuala Sweeney. (2008). Researching Online.

Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire; New York: Palgrave Macmillan.

Hall, Bronwyn J., (2007). The Night Before Essay Planner:  A Workbook to Plan, Research and Write Your Next Essay. Rev. ed. Sydney, N.S.W. : Fairfax Books,

McLean, Scott, (2011). Writing for Success. New York: Flat World Knowledge Inc.,

Reinke, Tony, (2011). Lit!: A Christian Guide to Reading Books. Wheaton, Crossway.

 

Classics:

Adler, Mortimer J. (2014) How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading. Revised Edition.  Touchstone, New York.

Thielicke, Helmut (1962). A Little Exercise for Young Theologians. Michigan, Eerdmans Publishing Co.