Digital Tools for Presentations and Project Planning

Postgraduate course

Course description

Objectives and Content

This 5-credit course is designed to provide Master's students with an in-depth understanding of digital tools for presentations and project planning. The course will cover various digital tools and software that can be used for presentations, such as PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva, and Google Slides. Additionally, the course will provide students with an overview of project planning tools, including Gantt charts, task lists, and project management software.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

Students will

  • Explain the key features of various digital tools and software for presentations and project planning
  • Demonstrate knowledge of project management principles and apply them to real-world scenarios
  • Evaluate and compare digital tools and software for presentations and project planning based on their features and functionality
  • Understand how digital tools and software can enhance collaboration and communication in project teams
  • Identify potential challenges and limitations associated with the use of digital tools and software for presentations and project planning

Skills:

Students will

  • Create professional and visually appealing presentations using digital tools and software
  • Use project management software to plan, organize, and monitor project progress
  • Collaborate effectively with team members using digital tools and software
  • Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address issues that arise during the presentation and project planning process
  • Communicate project plans and progress to stakeholders effectively using digital tools and software

General Competence:

Students will

Work effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating leadership and teamwork skills

Reflect on their own learning and professional development in the context of digital tools and software for presentations and project planning

Apply ethical principles and professional standards when using digital tools and software for presentations and project planning

Adapt to new digital tools and software as they emerge and integrate them into their professional practice.

ECTS Credits

5 ECTS

Level of Study

Master level

Semester of Instruction

Autumn. We need a minimum of 5 students to run the course and we have maximum 20 places.

Place of Instruction

UiB

Required Previous Knowledge

No previous knowledge

Recommended Previous Knowledge

Powerpoint

Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap

None

Access to the Course

Master students at the Faculty of Medicine

Teaching and learning methods

This course will be taught through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, presentations and hands-on exercises.

Compulsory Assignments and Attendance

Attendance is compulsory, and students are expected to attend all lectures and participate in group work.

Forms of Assessment

Assessment for this course will be based on the following:

A final portfolio that contains:

2 Individual assignments

1 Group project

Grading Scale

Pass - Fail

Assessment Semester

Fall

Reading List

Will be provided on the course page

Course Evaluation

According the UiB evaluation system

Examination Support Material

No exam