57203 Information and Knowledge Management Project

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UTS: Communication: Digital and Social Media
Credit points: 8 cp
Result type: Grade, no marks

Requisite(s): 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C04298 Master of Digital Information Management OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C04203 Master of Arts Information and Knowledge Management
Anti-requisite(s): 57009 Information and Knowledge Management Project AND 57149 Information and Knowledge Management Major Paper

Description

This is the capstone core subject in the Master of Digital Information Management (C04298). The subject involves the implementation of an information project that is aimed at integrating theoretical knowledge and practical skills. A combination of learning frameworks is used (eg learning contracts, information project management, information consolidation) to enable students to develop, with academic supervision, an individually tailored program or project.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

a.	understand and apply theory to the development of an information project
b.	identify, analyse and synthesise theoretical and professional literature
c.	demonstrate professional capabilities including creative, critical and reflective writing and intellectual rigour
d.	demonstrate the ability to carry out an information project in an ethical, culturally appropriate and consultative manner
e.	communicate effectively about the project in a range of appropriate formats and contexts, both oral and written

Teaching and learning strategies

Teaching and learning activities will be tailored to the needs of your project and the student group but will include seminars and presentations to peers. As you will at times be working independently on your project, you are expected to develop a professional relationship with your academic supervisor and professional network and to maintain regular contact with them. You will also be expected to expand your networks of contacts and to develop a reflective approach to your project as it unfolds.

Content (topics)

This is determined by the choice of project. Some content will be provided in the classes and individual consultation on areas such as: planning and managing projects; use of literature to develop a conceptual framework for an information project; writing for professional and academic audiences; critical analysis and reflection etc.

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Project Proposal

Objective(s):

a, b and d

Weight:

30%

Length:

3000 words

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Clear and concise expression of the information/knowledge management issue/concept/problem	15	a, b	.1
Use of relevant literature to support plan	25	b	.1
Ability to develop a theoretically-founded conceptual framework for the project	15	a	.2
Ability to draw on the professional and research literature to develop a project strategy	15	d	.1
Ability to develop a detailed and achievable project plan	15	d	.2
Ability to develop evaluation criteria appropriate to project aim and objectives	15	d	.2

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 2: Project Report

Objective(s):

a, b, c, d and e

Weight:

55%

Length:

5000 words

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Ability to articulate project issues and their relevance to information and knowledge management research and practice	35	a, b	.1
Ability to implement project plan (including specific evaluation criteria from your Project Plan)	35	d	.1
Ability to present project outcomes in a style and format appropriate to the project�s stakeholders and audience/s	20	c	.1
Clarity of style and presentation; including clarity of expression, correct citation practices etc.	10	e	.1

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 3: Project Presentation

Objective(s):

c, d and e

Weight:

15%

Length:

30 minutes (20 minutes presentation + 10 minutes questions)

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Clarity of expression and appropriateness of supporting materials	20	e	.1
Ability to describe project development, implementation and outcomes	40	d	.1
Ability to reflect on ethical and cultural issues raised by the project	20	c	.1
Ability to reflect on own learning	20	c	.2

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Minimum requirements

Classes are based on a collaborative approach that involves essential work-shopping and interchange of ideas with other students and the tutor.

In this subject assessment tasks are cumulative so that each task builds understanding and/or skills, informed by formative feedback. Consequently, all assessments must be submitted in order for you to receive feedback. Students who do not submit all assessments will not pass the subject.

References

Andersen, E.S. et al, 2009, Goal directed project management: effective techniques and strategies, 4th edn., Kogan Page, London

Booth, A. 2003, 'Bridging the research-practice gap? The role of evidence-based librarianship, New review of information and library research, vol. 9, pp.3-23.

Polonsky, M.J. & Waller, D. 2019, Designing and managing a research project: a business student's guide, 4th edn., Sage Publications, Thousand Oaks, Calif. [e-book]

Schon, D.A. 1991, Reflective practitioner: how professionals think in action, New edition, Arena, Aldershot.

Watson, L. 2003, Lifelong learning in Australia, University of Canberra, Canberra