Unit Outline

In this unit students will undertake self-directed knowledge development through negotiated contracted learning. This learning will incorporate a review of literature around an area on oncology nursing of their choice in order to examine the patient experience of cancer and outcomes.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	Demonstrate the ability to advance professional knowledge and skills through independent self-directed learning.
2.	Show evidence of critical analysis of scholarly and evidenced based literature within chosen area of knowledge and skill development.
3.	Develop and implement a learning contract that demonstrates understanding of the principles of negotiated and independent life-long learning.

Alterations as a result of student feedback

Regular monitoring and review have been undertaken.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Literature Review	Week 7	40 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 2:	Peer Support & Review	Week 10	10 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 3:	Completed Contract of Learning and portfolio of evidence of achievement	Week 13	50 %	LO2, LO3

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Literature Review

Task Description:

The purpose of this assessment is for you to explore the literature on your particular topic related to the patient experience of cancer and outcomes.

Task Length:

2000 words

Due Date:

Week 7

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Discuss any related theories or issues pertaining to your topic and application to practice	LO1, LO2
2	Summarise and synthesise relevant, scholarly literature. Include references that are recent, relevant, evidence-based and have broad scrutiny (peer-reviewed). Include the search strategy to locate appropriate literature.	LO1, LO2
3	Critically analyse the literature used to support the development of the literature review topic. Draw conclusions you have concluded from your research in your own workplace.	LO1, LO2
4	Communicates clearly and succinctly using the current APA style.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 2: Peer Support & Review

Task Description:

Peer Support & Review.
Each student is to upload an abstract of their literature review onto their allocated discussion board. Discussion boards will open in Week 7 and close in Week 10.
Each student is required to add a short reflection to at least two other peers regarding the other students' findings from their review of the literature and what you have learnt.

Task Length:

200 - 250 words

Due Date:

Week 10

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Uploads abstract of literature review to peers and provides timely input on discussion board.	LO1, LO2
2	Participates in and reflects on at least 2 peers’ posts / threads on your allocated discussion board.	LO1, LO2
3	Provides relevant input and suggestions to discussions.	LO1, LO2
4	Communicates clearly and succinctly using the current APA style.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 3: Completed Contract of Learning and portfolio of evidence of achievement

Task Description:

Completed Learning Contract

Task Length:

2,000

Due Date:

Week 13

Weight:

50 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Provide a short overview (introduction) of the project, the overall aim for learning and the context in which it was undertaken; Includes the completed action plan following the introduction to the contract;	LO2, LO3
2	Presents substantial evidence of work meeting each learning objective to demonstrate advanced levels of knowledge attainment;	LO2, LO3
3	Critically analyse and discuss the process of meeting the learning contract objectives including any collaboration and unforeseen outcomes;	LO2, LO3
4	Includes a reflection of learning from completing the assessment tasks.	LO2, LO3
5	Includes reflection (using a model for reflection) on overall learning during learning contract, outcomes and future directions;	LO2, LO3
6	Includes appendices (copy of peer support and review discussions x 2 and any other documents as evidence for learning)	LO2, LO3
7	Be professionally presented, written and referenced.	LO2, LO3

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, and achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.