Correcting Misconceptions in Study Strategies, Critical Thinking, and Ethical AI Use
Due date: Session 3 & Session 8 Weighting: 10% per session (Total 20%) Submission Format: Multiple-choice format via MySACAP SACAP Graduate Attributes: SACAP graduates are creative and critical thinkers with an entrepreneurial spirit This assessment encourages critical thinking by challenging students to identify and correct common misconceptions about study strategies, problem-solving, and AI use SACAP graduates are values-driven and act with integrity. It promotes ethical AI use in academic work, reinforcing academic integrity. SACAP graduates are at home in an ever-changing world. The focus on AI and digital learning strategies helps students adapt to evolving academic and technological environments.
Succeeding at SACAP requires more than just attending classes, engaging online and completing assessment—it demands effective study habits, critical thinking, and the responsible use of AI tools. However, many students unknowingly adopt ineffective learning strategies or misunderstand how AI can ethically support their studies. This assessment is designed to identify and correct common misconceptions about studying, problem-solving, and AI use before they hinder your academic success. By replacing mistaken assumptions with research-backed strategies, you will strengthen essential academic skills for long-term learning and achievement.
What Is an Undoing Activity? An Undoing Activity is a structured learning experience designed to challenge and correct common misconceptions about effective study habits, critical thinking, and ethical AI use. Research shows that students learn more effectively when they identify and correct misunderstandings before attempting to memorize new information. These activities will help you recognise gaps in your knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and apply proven academic strategies that enhance your success at SACAP.
How Undoing Activities Will Be Used in This Module Undoing Activities will be part of your formative assessment and will take place in Session 3 and Session 8: • Session 3: Focuses on effective study habits, time management, and critical thinking skills to help you develop strong academic foundations. • Session 8: Focuses on problem-solving, evaluating information sources, and ethical AI use to enhance your ability to engage in academic research and structured argumentation. These activities will be delivered via MySACAP in a multiple-choice format and graded based on accuracy.
What to Expect in the Undoing Activities Each Undoing Activity will follow this structure:
Assessment and Grading Since these activities will be in a multiple-choice format on MySACAP, they will be graded based on accuracy: • Each question has one correct answer. • Your score is based on the number of correct responses. • Feedback after each question will help you learn from mistakes and reinforce the correct concepts.
Why This Matters for Your Success Undoing Activities will help you develop strong academic foundations, think critically, and use AI ethically. By actively engaging with the material and correcting misconceptions early, you will build effective study habits that support long-term academic success.
Source Evaluation & Academic Vocabulary Presentation
Due date: Session 6 Weighting: 20% Submission Format: Recorded presentation with slides (MP4 or PowerPoint with voice-over) Tied to: Summative Assessment: Argumentative Essay (Session 10)
SACAP Graduate Attributes: SACAP graduates are creative and critical thinkers with an entrepreneurial spirit This assessment develops students’ ability to critically evaluate sources, assess credibility, and articulate academic vocabulary in a structured presentation. SACAP graduates are empathetic and self-aware By engaging with diverse perspectives in academic sources, students develop self-awareness and the ability to understand different viewpoints. SACAP graduates are socially conscious global citizens. Source evaluation encourages awareness of bias, objectivity, and ethical considerations in research, fostering responsible citizenship in a globalised world.