Module Code - Title:
OT5001
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INDEPENDENT LEARNING MODULE 1
Year Last Offered:
2026/7
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
This module presents students with the opportunity to study in depth a chosen topic related to their practice and complete an agreed assignment. The process will involve regular meetings with a member of the academic staff who will act as a facilitator. The chosen subject area can relate to a studentÆs proposed masterÆs thesis but must be distinct from the thesis.
Syllabus:
Devise, in consultation with a member of staff, agreed learning outcomes and assessment in the format of a learning agreement (see below).
Conduct appropriate independent enquiry using appropriate resources
Present final version of research to a deadline
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
1. Negotiate, plan and carry out a programme of learning and assessment in a relevant subject area
2. Demonstrate appropriate detailed breadth and depth of knowledge in a specialised area relevant to the programme of study
3. Demonstrate initiative and independence in problem solving and be able to critically evaluate appropriate texts and develop effective arguments
4. Critically justify and rigorously apply appropriate methods and techniques, incorporating an ethical dimension where appropriate
5. Work autonomously with minimum guidance to manage material, research tasks and writing
6. Communicate the above knowledge, skills and understanding coherently and effectively both orally and in writing
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
N/A
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
N/A
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
Students study independently with the guidance of a facilitator.
Prime Texts:
Kinsella E A (2000)
Professional development and reflective practice:
, Ottawa Ontario. CAOT Publications ACE.
Brown G, Esdaile SA, & Ryan SE (2003)
Becoming an advanced practitioner.
, Edinburgh, Butterworh Heinemann.
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ADVANCED HEALTHCARE PRACTICE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN NEURO-REHABILITATION
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Module Leader:
sarah.dillon@ul.ie