Appendix+1

Alignment of the Module Assessments with the Learning Outcomes


 * Module Descriptor Learning Outcomes || Formative Assessment || Summative Assessment ||
 * 1. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the theories of loss and grief and appraise their relevance for practice: || # Self-study (role-play and discussion board)
 * 1) Asynchronous discussion activity 1 (300-500 words) and 2 (200-300 words)
 * 2) Role-play and self critique of communication skills (formative tape recording with feedback from module team || Individual audio taped interview with patient demonstrating the complex issues surrounding communication, accompanied by a 4000-word reflective report that is supported by relevant literature. ||
 * 2. Critically review approaches used to support people experiencing loss and the communication skills required by healthcare professionals || # Role-play
 * 1) Asynchronous discussion activity 2 (200-400 words) ||^   ||
 * 3. Critically analyse current literature and research concerning communication in relation to the challenging situations in healthcare. || # Incorporating a reflection-based, student led approach; key areas in communication are addressed through verbal and written feedback
 * 1) Asynchronous discussion activity 3 (150-300 words) and experiential learning activities.
 * 2) Role-play ||^   ||
 * 4. Demonstrate critical reflective skills and self-awareness appraising their own communication skills and those of other professionals || # Asynchronous discussion activity 4 (400-500 words)
 * 1) Asynchronous discussion activity 6a (100 - 200 words) and 6b (100 - 150 words)
 * 2) Role-play ||^   ||
 * 5. Apply advanced knowledge and systematic understanding of communication processes to the analysis of complex clinical situations. || # Role-play
 * 1) Asynchronous discussion activity 5 (200 - 300 words) ||^   ||