Weekly Course Outline

                       Weekly Planner 2018

Week	Date	Skills	Assessment	CLO
1	14 Jan–18 Jan	Introduction to the course. College Handbook. College Regulations, Policies, Standards, Blackboard Learn and Banner, and Plagiarism Goal Setting Study Skills Fundamentals		2
2	21 Jan-25 Jan	Study Skills: Beginning the College Journey Study skills (continued) Learning Styles (Multiple Intelligence):  Logical-mathematical Verbal linguistic Interpersonal, Body-Kinesthetic Musical Visual-Spatial Intrapersonal Naturalistic Formal study and research skills Time management Typing fundamentals		2, 4, 6
3	28 Jan-1 Feb	Presentation skills Exam Learning Skills Improving memory	Set up e-portfolio/word press
4
5	4 Feb-8 Feb		Assessment 1
6		Personal Abilities: Wellbeing of Individuals Believing in yourself (PPT+ Activities) and Responsibilities Worksheet (Teacher Versus Students) Positive Thinking(PPT+ Activities)		1,3
7		Internal Motivation and Self Esteem Emotions and Stress Management Self- Awareness and Self-Regulation
8			Assessment  2
9		Cognitive Abilities: Preparedness for College Psycho-social development and challenges of coping with transition from school to college and Essential characteristics of mature and psychologically healthy individuals Decision making		1,2,4
10		Problem solving and Conflict Resolution Critical Thinking
11
12		Interpersonal Abilities: Family, Work and Community Service Team Work Skills Effective Communication Skills and personality types		2,3,4,5
13		Empathy and Feedback Active Listening, Negotiation skills and Relationship Building	Assessment 3
14		Project development and planning A basic understanding of the Family, Society, Culture
15			Assessment 4
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Course Learning Outcomes

1. Develop an awareness of personal identity and personality theories to understand others’ behavior in a group setting. 

2. Demonstrate understanding of HCT regulations, organizational structures, services and resources relevant to academic needs and personal success. 

3. Recognize key transitional stages in our lives and develop skills and techniques in relation to preparedness for college and work life.  

4. Recognize the importance of time management, team work and effective study skills including basic research literacy and critical thinking. 

5. Recognize the importance of being a productive member of society both at work and in the broader community.  

6. Develop an understanding of the use of digital and information literacy skills for success at college and beyond. 

Assessment

1. Practical Skills Assessment
Coursework
Weight: 25%
A range of activities assessing the application of effective study skills to current courses (e.g. understanding terminology, use of an assessment planner and course checklist, etc.).

2. Project Output
Coursework
Weight: 20%
Reflective journal outlining steps that have been taken to manage stress and enhance well-being.  To be completed on BBL.

3. Portfolio and Oral Presentation
Coursework
Weight: 25%
Produce a portfolio and give a presentation in front of the class, outlining the achievements and skills acquired within this course related to academic success. 

4. Final Exam: written examination
Final Assessment 
Weight: 30%
This exam assesses student’s overall understanding of the concepts and information introduced in the whole course. Duration: 2 hours.