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Module portfolio · 01

Launch into Computing

University of Essex Online · October 2026 cohort

In progress

Module learning outcomes

This section will summarise the official module learning outcomes in my own words after reviewing the module handbook and learning materials.

To complete:
  • Review the official module learning outcomes.
  • Summarise the key concepts in my own words.
  • Connect the concepts to practical computing examples.

Learning activities and artefacts

Only completed work and genuine evidence should be listed here. Add links to the relevant artefact, a short explanation of its purpose, and feedback received.

Artefact 1 — Unit 1 computing discipline discussion

Status: planned / in progress

Record the chosen computing discipline, the real-world example researched, the evidence used, and the main insight from the discussion once the forum work is complete.

Evidence link: Add the VLE discussion URL or a permitted artefact link after posting.

Feedback: Add actual tutor or peer feedback when received.

Artefact 2 — Additional module activity

Status: to be added

Use this space for a completed activity, code sample, research note, or other artefact required by the module page.

Reflective review — 3 Ws

Complete this reflection after the activity. Use your own experience and voice; do not claim results or feedback that have not occurred.

What?

What task did I complete? What concept or question was I exploring? What evidence or artefact did I produce?

So what?

What was most important or difficult? Why? What assumptions did I question? How does the evidence or academic literature affect my understanding? What would a different perspective say?

What next?

What will I change or practise next time? What further reading or skill development is needed? How will I know I have improved?

Meeting and feedback notes

Add dated notes from tutor meetings, seminars, group activities, and feedback where applicable. Include only genuine details and follow university privacy guidance.

Sources and academic practice

Maintain a reference list for sources used in each artefact, following the module’s required referencing style. Distinguish your own analysis from the ideas and evidence of other authors.

Starter reading noted for Unit 1
  • Walton, D.J. (2024), Culturally Responsive Computing: An Introduction into Computer Science, Security, and Technology, Chapter 1 (required reading as listed in the module reading list).
  • Add complete details for other sources actually consulted and cited in your work.