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PART 1: Complete the Traffic Light Skills Audit Use this questionnaire to identify which skills you have already mastered and which ones you still need to work on. Be honest – this part is not graded, you need to submit a copy simply to show you have done it. KEY

X No – I really need to work on this.

X Not entirely sure – I could still improve.

X Yes – I’m really confident I can do this.

TIME and SELF MANAGEMENT

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

I am able to organise my time so that I comfortably meet all my deadlines for assignments I know exactly where to go for help and support if I have difficulty completing a task I keep a diary or calendar so that I always know when I have to attend lectures, seminars and other key dates I arrive on time for classes, appointments and meetings I am aware of the things that cause me to waste time and am able to avoid them when I have work to complete I have future targets in mind regarding my education (and career) and use these to help me focus on current tasks

CRITICAL THINKING and PROBLEM SOLVING I am able to use different methods for exploring a problem (academic and non academic), such as considering different marks of view or options I am able to consider a range of alternative solutions to a problem and predict the best one in the given circumstances I am able to break down a complex problem (e.g. an assignment, a seminar question or where to live) into simple parts I am able to work productively with others to solve problems I know how to find out what is expected of me in a particular assessment task

ORAL COMMUNICATION In group discussion, I listen to others and I value and respond to their contribution even if I do not agree I am confident that I can contribute ideas and opinions to a group discussion I think of relevant follow-up questions as people are speaking and ask them once they have finished I am confident explaining new concepts to other people I would be confident in giving a presentation to my peers

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

No

Not entirely sure

Yes

I am confident that I can structure an assignment in paragraphs and using signposting language (however, firstly) in order to communicate my ideas effectively

I am confident that I can write in an appropriate academic style for my subject

I am confident that my written work has no grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors before I submit it I have an effective method for organising and planning the information that I want to put into a written assignment such as an outline plan or a ‘mindmap’

I understand what plagiarism is an how to avoid it by clearly referencing my work

I can use sources effectively to make my argument convincing and show that I am wellinformed about the topic I am confident that I know the correct format and style for formal letters and documents, such as covering letters and CVs I am able to produce useful and meaningful written notes from a lecture, presentation or demonstration that capture the key marks

INFORMATION LITERACY: READING I am confident in gathering information from a wide variety of sources such as books, journals, on-line data-bases and the internet I think about what I need to find out before I start reading (am I reading to verify facts, to understand a subject in general or to analyse a particular argument?) I make useful, easy to follow notes while I am finding information for an assignment or project I can identify the marks in a text which convey the author’s main arguments and distinguish these from supporting examples and references

NUMERACY I am confident that I have the numerical and statistical skills needed to succeed on my course I am able to interpret information presented in graphs, charts, tables and diagrams

PART 2: Write Your Reflection Write your reflection below. Make sure you address all parts of each question within the word limit. For details of the questions, see the document titled ‘assessment 1 outline’. To help you with question 3, information has been provided below on ways to develop your skills. The marking criteria is also provided at the end of this document to help you understand what markers are looking for.

How can I develop these skills? Problem Solving  Complete assignments in a methodical way by reading the question, considering what information you need to answer the question, researching, exploring alternative ideas and communicating your ideas effectively  Contribute effectively to group projects on your course  Use Study Smart – look under the ‘Understanding the Task’ tab for tips on directive words and unpacking their meaning - http://app.griffith.edu.au/study-smart/  Look at the ‘Organising your Notes’ module under the CCJ Essay Writing Help tab on L@G – this oral presentation gives step by step instructions  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help resource on ‘critical thinking’ https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/study/prep aring-for-university/critical-thinking  Look at the CCJ Resources page for extra help and important contactshttp://www.griffith.edu.au/criminologylaw/school-criminology-criminaljustice/resources Written Communication Oral Communication  Contribute effectively in seminars and group  Read widely to see good examples of writing in your subject discussion  Talk about the ideas presented to you on your  Use Study Smart – look under the ‘Putting it Together’ tab for tips on writing academically course with a study partner/group - http://app.griffith.edu.au/study-smart/  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help  Look at the ‘Using Information’ module resource on presenting under the CCJ Essay Writing Help tab on https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/study  Practise your presentation skills and get L@G – this oral presentation gives step by some feedback for your assignments or a job step instructions interview  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help  Become a student rep to improve your resource on Writing https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/study listening and communication skills  Attend events that involve meeting new  Look at the CCJ Resources page for extra people help - http://www.griffith.edu.au/criminology Take part in team sports or other activities law/school-criminology-criminalthat involve group work e.g. a band, student justice/resources societies  Practice writing informally on a blog or in a  Do work experience/work placement/ diary volunteering  Complete assignments and look carefully at  Join a student society to get experience any prior feedback to find any areas for organising activities and events improvement  Get a fellow student/friend/family member (they don’t need to know anything about the topic) to read over your work for spelling/grammar/presentation errors and to see if it flows well. Then EDIT. Time and Self Management  Prioritise and manage time to get a work/study balance  Use feedback from tutors to set targets and improve  Find a study partner or study group to help motivate each other  Use Study Smart – look under the ‘Getting Started’ tab for resources including tips, and semester and weekly planners http://app.griffith.edu.au/study-smart/  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help resources https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/study  Join a sports team or society to encourage motivation (training/preparing for an event or organising life around fixtures/events)  Do work experience/work placement/ volunteering  Join a student society to get experience organising activities and events – the Criminology Students Society (CSS) has active branches at both campuses

Information Literacy Numeracy  Do thorough research for your assignments,  Complete any assignments that require using a range of library resources numerical skills  Know how to use the library, and how to ask  Practice your skills using example problems a librarian for help if you need it and discuss these with your study  Use Study Smart – look under the ‘Finding partner/group Information’ tab  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help  Look at the ‘Finding Information’ module resource on numeracy and maths https://app.secure.griffith.edu.au/numlit under the Essay Writing tab on L@G – this oral presentation gives step by step instructions  Look at the Griffith Library Self-Help resource on ‘’preparing your assignment’ https://www.griffith.edu.au/library/study/pre paring-for-your-assignment  Read widely, from your reading list and beyond for a range of approaches to your subject  Talk about your reading with your study partner/group  Take notes that are informative and useful. Practice using different notetaking styles to find one that suits you * The idea and much of the information for this resource were sourced from Brunel University (UK) which has an excellent resource for students new to university available at http://www.brunel.ac.uk/services/headstart/academic-skills-for-university

1011CCJ Assessment 1 Marking Criteria Students Name: Criteria Identifies 3 strengths & discusses how they can help study

Marks Up to 30

Identifies 3 areas needing improvement & why they are important

Up to 30

Identifies steps to improve skills

Up to 30

Structure and written expression

Up to 10

Excellent Meets criteria to a high standard. Excellent understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

Very Good Meets criteria well. Shows good understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

Good Meets most of criteria well. Shows some understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

Borderline Some attempt, but misses part of the question or lacks understanding.

30 marks Meets criteria to a high standard. Excellent understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

25 marks Meets criteria well. Shows good understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

20 marks Meets most of criteria well. Shows some understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used.

15 marks Some attempt, but misses part of the question or lacks understanding.

30 marks Meets criteria to a high standard. Excellent understanding of help available and support services. 30 marks Excellent standard of expression and presentation. 10 marks

25 marks Meets criteria well. Good understanding of help available and support services.

20 marks Meets most of criteria well. Mostly good understanding of help available and support services. 20 marks

15 marks Some attempt, but insufficient awareness of where to seek study help.

Total from possible 100 marks: _____________

25 marks

15 marks

Good effort but writing may need improvement. 5 - 10 marks

Unsatisfactory Does not do what the question asked. Shows no or little understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used. 0-10 marks Does not do what the question asked. Shows no or little understanding of audit, relevant skills and how they can be used. 0-10 marks Little attempt made or knowledge shown.

0-10 marks Writing very hard to follow with many errors. 0-5 marks...