Accessibility Statement for Biological science: from genes to species (S317)
Mode of study
All of this module's study materials are online. Online materials are composed of pages of text with images, audio/video clips (with transcripts/subtitles), diagrams, interactive media, animations and self-assessed quizzes. Online materials also include links to external resources, online forums and online tutorial rooms. Printable alternatives are provided for some content.
Tuition strategy
This module provides a range of online learning events. Although not compulsory, attendance at tutorials will help you consolidate your learning.
Working with others
You will be required to work with other students and this is assessed. This includes looking at, 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 and field-based practical work forms a required component of assessment. Biological science: form genes to species (S317) introduces you to the use of an online laboratory.
Mathematical and scientific expressions and notations
Mathematical and scientific symbols and expressions are used throughout the module and you will be required to use such notation within assessment.
Diagrams and other visual content
The study materials contain a considerable number of diagrams, graphs and photographs. Reading, interpreting and producing examples of these is an important part of the study of this module and is assessed. Figure descriptions are provided for figures that are core to students’ learning.
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) that you must submit via the online TMA service and a remote exam.
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 Open 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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