School of Justice and
Emergency Services
Applied Legal Research and
Information Management I
2012-2013
Program
Year
Legal Research and Information Management (Grad Cert)
Semester
1
1
Course code:
MGMT 1342
Con. Ed. code:
NA
Course hours:
42
GPA weighting:
3
Prerequisite:
NA
Corequisite:
NA
Prepared by:
Nicole Doyle
Laptop course: yes
no
Hybrid Course
Authorized by (Dean):
Date: September 2012
Professor contact information:
NAME
EMAIL
PHONE
OFFICE LOCATION
Nicole Doyle
nicole.doyle@durhamcollege.ca
905 721.2000 x2806
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Durham College Course Outline –MGMT 1342 – 2012-2013
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Course Description:
Students will work individually or in groups to complete research and information management projects
that will solve practical problems identified by industry and non-profit partners or that will add to the body
of knowledge in the industry. Projects will be determined each year through consultation with internal and
external partners, ideas generated by previous students, or suggestions made by the instructor. The
course will include workshops to develop any specific skills necessary to the project that are not included
elsewhere in the curriculum.
Rationale:
Information work often requires a synthesis of the skills and abilities of individuals and project teams. This
course provides an opportunity for students to see a project through from inception to completion,
drawing on the skills they are learning in other courses and applying these skills to real-life relevant
problems.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Specific Outcomes
Essential Employability Outcomes
Students receiving a credit for this course will
have demonstrated their ability to:
Students receiving a credit for this course will have
demonstrated their ability to:
1. Analyze a client’s information request to
determine the nature and extent of
information needed.
6. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the
written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the
purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
2. Synthesize prior research, best practices,
and/or experiences to manage the scope
of a legal research/information
management project.
3. Determine the purpose and objectives of
a legal research/information
management project.
4. Apply research and information
management skills to devise a detailed
project plan to complete a legal
research/information management
project including cost and time
constraints.
5. Use effective oral and written
communication skills to present a project
proposal for a research/information
management project.
7. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a
manner that ensures effective communication.
8. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
9. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve
problems.
10. Locate, select, organize, and document information
using appropriate technology and information
systems.
11. Analyze, evaluate and apply relevant information
from a variety of sources.
12. Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief
systems, and contributions of others.
13. Manage the use of time and other resources to
complete projects.
14. Take responsibility for one’s own actions, decisions,
and consequences.
Course Learning Outcomes contribute to the achievement of Program Learning Outcomes.
For a complete list of Vocational/Program learning outcomes and Essential Employability Skills
please refer to the current program guide.
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Sequence of Instruction
Evidence of Learning
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Intended Learning
Project Ideas/Selection
-Presentation and Discussion of Possible Projects
Project Ideas/Selection
-Presentation and Discussion of Possible Projects
Resources
and
References
DC Connect
Course Outline
Project
Descriptions
DC Connect
Project
Descriptions
Project Team Formation and Assignment of Projects
-Initial Team Meetings for Project Teams
-Establish Peer Professionalism Evaluation Rubric
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
Project Team Building
-Interpersonal Skills for Project Management
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
Skill Building
-Project Management
Skill Building
-Project Management
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
Est. Class
Hours
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
Learning Outcomes
References
Intended Learning Activities
Assessment
1,3,6,7,9,12,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
1,3,6,7,9,12,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
Peer Professionalisms
Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Needs Statement
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Needs Statement
1,3,6,7,8,9,12,13,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
1,3,6,7,8,9,12,13,14
Campus Conflict Resolution Services
Visit, Group Discussion,
Online/Independent Activities
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
3,4,6,7,8,9,12,13,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
3,4,6,7,8,9,12,13,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Instructor Presentation, Facilitated Group
Discussion, Online/Independent Activities
Project Needs Statement
Project Scope Statement
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Scope Statement
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Scope Statement
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
2 hours
independent
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
1 hour face
to face
Literature Reviews
-Determining Scope of Project
-Determining Best Practice
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
1 hour face
to face
Purpose/Objectives Statement
-Required Elements
-Effective Writing
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
2 hours
independent
2 hours
independent
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Evaluation
and
Weighting
Project Needs
Statement –
10%
Project Scope
Statement –
10%
Sequence of Instruction
Evidence of Learning
Week
9
10
11
12
13
14
Intended Learning
Project Plans/Ongoing Project Work
Project Plans/Ongoing Project Work
Project Plans/Ongoing Project Work
Project Plans/Ongoing Project Work
Project Plan Presentations
Ongoing Project Work
Resources
and
References
Est. Class
Hours
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
1 hour face
to face
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
DC Connect
Websites and
Library Resources
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
2 hours
independent
1 hour face
to face
Learning Outcomes
References
Intended Learning Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Group Discussion and Consultation,
Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Group Discussion and Consultation,
Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Group Discussion and Consultation,
Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Group Discussion and Consultation,
Online/Independent Activities
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Student Presentations
1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Group Discussion and Consultation,
Online/Independent Activities
2 hours
independent
Assessment
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Project Plan
Project Plan Presentation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
Instructor Professionalism
Evaluation
Evaluation
and
Weighting
Project Plan –
35%
Project Plan
Presentaton –
15%
Peer
Professionalism
Evaluation –
15%
Instructor
Professionalism
Evaluation –
15%
Course outlines are planning guidelines; actual delivery of content may vary with circumstances. Students will be notified in writing of changes that
involve the addition or deletion of content, learning outcomes or evaluation, prior to changes being implemented. Faculty can find the procedures for implementing
changes in the Course Outline Guide.
Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.
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Evaluation Criteria:
(A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found in your Student Handbook.)
Project Needs Statement
10%
Project Scope Statement
10%
Project Plan
35%
Project Plan Presentation
15%
Peer Professionalism Evaluation
15%
Instructor Professionalism Evaluation
15%
Total
100%
Notes:
1. Peer Professionalism Evaluation criteria will be determined by the students in consultation with
the instructor.
2. For projects involving an industry partner, the instructor will seek feedback on the student’s
performance from the industry partner as well as incorporating his/her own feedback in the
Instructor Professionalism Evaluation.
Required Text(s) and Supplies:
Recommended Resources:
(purchase optional)
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Policies and Expectations for the Learning Environment:
General Policies and Expectations:
General College policies related to
General Program policies related to
Acceptable Computer Use
attendance
Academic Policies
absence related to tests or assignment due
dates
Academic Honesty
Student Code of Conduct
Students’ Rights and Responsibilities
can be found on-line at
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies
excused absences
writing tests and assignments
classroom management
can be found in the Program Guide. These
guides are available on the main Durham
College website
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/ .
Course Specific Policies and Expectations:
Project ideas will be identified prior to the start of the course. Students may bring their ideas for projects,
but all projects must be approved by the professor. Project teams may consist of individual students or
groups of students as needed based on the requirements of the projects.
Since projects will vary, progression through the sequence of instruction may vary as well. Milestones and
assignment dates will be agreed upon when the projects are assigned in the first two weeks. Once a
project is assigned, there will be no changes to the assignment or the project team without the permission
of the instructor.
If on-site meetings with industry partners are required, transportation is the responsibility of the student.
Students will not be required to take on projects involving travel to partner sites, but may opt to do so.
Campus Conflict Resolution Services
This course specifically endorses and will use where appropriate Campus Conflict Resolution Services
(CCRS). For details regarding the policy for CCRS, please refer to the program guide.
Diversity
This course also specifically acknowledges pluralism and that through distinctions in race, creed, place of
origin or sexual orientation, or ability, there are many ways of making meaning in this world. This course
specifically endorses where possible, the use of readings, discussions and case studies that enable
students to adapt to differences with real empathy, recognize the legitimacy of those differences and
develop tolerance and support for new concepts of compatibility.
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Subject Eligibility for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition
(PLAR)
Yes
No
(Candidate eligibility is outlined in the
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/assets/Section~specific/Continuing~Education/documents/plar.pdf)
PLAR acknowledges subject mastery earned through work experience, professional development or nontraditional educational opportunities. A grade is assigned for the credit. The assessment can be written, oral,
portfolio, or observational (or a combination of these four formats). Assessment format is to be determined by
a subject matter expert.
A candidate will not be able to initiate the PLAR process if he/she:
- Registered in the said subject within the last 10 months; or
- Audited the subject within the last ten (10) months; or
- Previously failed the subject (within the last 2 academic years); or
- Misrepresented his/her performance in a college subject for the purpose of obtaining marks or recognition.
Applications for PLAR should be completed prior to course commencement.
Students enrolled in the course must apply and make payment for PLAR within the first two weeks of the
course's commencement.
General Course Outline Notes:
1.
Students should use the course outline as a learning tool to guide their achievement of the learning
outcomes for this course. Specific questions should be directed to their individual professor.
2.
The college considers the electronic format (i.e. MyCampus or DC Connect) as the primary channel of
communication. Students should check the sources regularly for current course information.
3.
Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.
4.
Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)
5.
A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found at http://durhamcollege.ca/gradeappeal.
6.
Faculty are committed to ensuring accessible learning for all students. Students with permanent
disabilities who require academic accommodations in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code
should register with the Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) to initiate in-class accommodations.
The CSD is located in room SW116, Oshawa Campus (or room 180, Whitby Campus). Call 905-721-3123.
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