Accessibility Statement for Crime, harm and the state (DD311)
Mode of study
Much of this module’s study materials are online. Online materials are composed of pages of text with images, audio/video clips of up to 25 minutes long (all with transcripts/subtitles), diagrams, interactive media, animations, multiple choice self-assessed quizzes. Online materials also include links to external resources, online forums and online tutorial rooms. Printed materials are provided for some module content.
Tuition strategy
This module provides online tutorials. Although not compulsory, attendance at tutorials will help you consolidate your learning.
Working with others
You will be required to work with other students. This includes considering and commenting on, others’ work, reflecting on others’ comments on your work, and/or working together with fellow learners on a project/task.
Practical work
Online practical work forms a required component of assessment. This includes some collaborative group work. Alternative study materials have been prepared to enable students with visual impairments or limited manual dexterity to successfully study the module.
Diagrams and other visual content
The study materials contain some diagrams, graphs and photographs. Reading these is an important part of the study of this module. Figure descriptions are provided for all figures.
Finding information
You may be required to search for, and make use of, third party material online and this is assessed. Alternatives for required/assessed research material can be provided to enable you to meet the Learning Outcomes of the module.
Assessment
This module has Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and an End-of-Module Assessment (EMA) which must be submitted online via the OU electronic TMA system.
Feedback
You will receive feedback from your tutor on your submitted Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs). This will help you to reflect on your TMA performance. You should refer to it to help you prepare for your next assignment.
Schedule
All University modules are structured according to a set timetable and you will need time-management skills to keep your studies on track. You will be supported in developing these skills.
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