222 APPENDIX 2 Formative Presentation task semester 1 (a) and follow up reflective writing (b)
a) TASK:
Prepare a group presentation on one of the topics from the list below or a similar theme (please agree with your listening and speaking tutor): • The history of the University of Southampton
• The University of Southampton: Its place in national and international rankings • New areas of research at the University of Southampton • The ‘three-minute thesis’ competition at the University of Southampton • Present one faculty/department of the University of Southampton: Current areas of research and specific areas of expertise
• Famous ex-alumni of the University of Southampton • Student accommodation at the University of Southampton • The student body of the University of Southampton • Examples of ‘interdisciplinarity’ at the University of Southampton • The National Oceanographic Centre: Facts and figures • Internationalisation and the University of Southampton • Chawton House • University of Southampton library collection
b) TASK: Write a short reflective piece where you consider the following questions: • What are the key points you have learned about teamwork so far on this course? What have you learned about your own role in teams?
• In what ways do you think teamworking skills are important in the context of academic study?
• In what ways do you think you will have to apply these skills when on your postgraduate course?
