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NCO103 (Listen and Be Heard: Effective Communication) - This course allows students to develop the ability to actively listen and express themselves in different contexts (which can be applicable to workplace). The skills and knowledge learnt in this course will not only help enhance teamwork and problem solving but also prepare them to thrive in a future-ready environment where communication is important.

NIE351: Interdisciplinary Global Studies - Students get to learn complex global issues through the different perspectives which fosters critical thinking and adaptability. Through this course, they gain a broader view of the world by examining topics such as culture, sustainability and technology.

b) No, It is applicable in the current workplace context. Other skills should include Digital literacy.

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1st course: Effective Writing NCO102

a) it teaches us about the fundamentals of developing and writing good essays which will prepare us for various academic and professional tasks. This is important as communication is a key aspect in many jobs and we will very likely have to write many essays, emails and reports in our professional lives next time

2nd course : The ‘Smart City’ and society NCO212

a) in the modern society where digitalisation is starting to take over, it is important to know and understand how each of us (govt, companies, individuals) play our role in the society and how we can contribute to the community

b) lack of ai courses

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Interdisciplinary Processes for a Better World (NIE201)

This course will equip students with fresh, holistic perspectives and solutions for challenges to better prepare students to be more accepting of diverse perspectives they may be exposed to in the global front.

Living with Community (NCO101)

This course helps students understand diverse perspectives through topics like multiracialism, identity, and global diversity. It also highlights the importance of sustainability, which is crucial as global warming and other environmental issues grow. Students learn to make sustainable choices, such as supporting green initiatives, to help prevent further harm to the planet.

b)

While community engagement is strong, digital ethics, online behaviour and information literacy such as identifying misinformation are not part of SUSS core curriculum. This is critical as students are entering workplaces and societies where digital trust and responsibility are huge issues.

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SWK100:

Limitations:

-Limited usage of up and coming technological advances in the mods.

-Modules are not as interpersonalised

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a) Smart city and society NCO212 -> The advancement of technology, urbanization and globalizeation progression has emphasized the importance of these processes in order for the world to move forward economically and locally.

Effective Writing NCO102 -> Communication is an effective skill that is universal, because it allows us for discussions to be clear and concise.

b) Limitations/ gaps -> With the increase of ai usage, there will be unexpected developments that we may not be aware of and will not be touched in these modules, this may indicate the lack of awareness for viable solutions for technology development.

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1) NIE351 Interdisciplinary Global Learning: allow us to prepare and thrive in an interconnected and interdependent world and broaden our own perspectives.

We need to pay AHHAHAA WE BROKE

But overall wonderful mod

2) NCO203 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: ensure we know how to handle different and difficult situations at workplace.

for certain workplaces we do not need to think that far in terms of providing a solution for world hunger. which we are embarking on in our critical thinking module

Not applicable, we understand the idea of developing that skill but can more toned down to suit our level of thinking! HAHAHA

we love all modules hahaha….

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Interdisciplinary Global Learning (NIE351): allows students to engage and interact with people from diverse backgrounds

Effective writing (NCO102): teaches students how to write and converse professionally in the workforce

(b) There are gaps in the core curriculum that fail to promote much about personal development. Eg. Financial literacy, digital literacy

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a) NCO205: User-Centred Design: Human Factors and Design Thinking

equips students with design thinking skills, focusing on empathy and human needs

NCO113: Teamwork in the Modern Workplace

equips students with communication, problem-solving skills, and conflict management that will help them thrive in a collaborative working environment

b) Limitations

Lack of AI courses; especially in such a technology-driven country

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a) how you think these 2 course prepares students to be future and globally ready:

NIE351: Interdisciplinary Global learning

Allows students to have practical experience overseas. Give all students equal opportunities to travel and work overseas, especially for the less fortunate. Exploring overseas opens one's eyes to a different culture and gain new global insights.

NCO103: Listen & Be Heard: Effective Communication through Storytelling

Exposure to different forms of communication techniques to allow students to communicate even with a language barrier

b) limitation/gaps in the Core Curriculum?:

Financial Literacy - FIRE (financial, independence, retire early!) housing schemes, insurances, taxes, investments