Schools and Society

Code School Level Credits Semesters
EDUC4031 Education 4 30 Full Year UK
Code
EDUC4031
School
Education
Level
4
Credits
30
Semesters
Full Year UK

Summary

This module examines and develops theoretical and professional understanding of schools, particularly the socio-cultural contexts that both frame and are shaped by schools. The module explores the significance of cultural, political, social and economic contexts and the ways in which these influence what are identified as key educational issues for debate within education. It also examines the nature of care in schools, pupil voice, the legal framework of education and education for citizenship.

Target Students

Only available for One Year PGCE students.

Classes

Module is taught through a combination of directed teaching, lectures, distance learning and work-based case work.

Assessment

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

The module provides an opportunity for candidates to:Examine, both in theory and through practical inquiry, the social, political and cultural context of education.Consider the legal framework of education.Develop understanding of the work of a range of agencies and organisations.Develop professional skills, knowledge and understanding for teaching.Find intellectual challenge and stimulation.Reflect on personal and professional goals and targets.Improve the quality of teaching and of student learning.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and understanding 
On successful completion of this module, candidates will have:

a broad understanding of the social-cultural-political nature of secondary education including: the legal framework of teaching, the teacher’s duty of care (e.g., child protection, pastoral care, anti-bullying), pupil voice, education for citizenship, school governance, social factors and education achievement. 
 

Intellectual skills


On successful completion of this module, candidates will have:

a critical appreciation of the social context of education

improved critical reading and synthesis of academic and professional literatures

the ability to inquire and critique school practices.

Professional / practical skills 
On successful completion of this module, candidates will have:

increased expertise in the use of knowledge of the socio-cultural context of schooling to increase equity and thereby create more democratic schools

capacities to apply literatures and research evidence to professional practice. 
 

Transferable (key) skills
On successful completion of this module, candidates will have:

critical reflection on their own philosophy and practice, and their development as teachers in secondary schools

skills in reading, analysing and synthesising literature

inquiry based skills including the production and analysis of data. 
 

Conveners

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Last updated 07/01/2025.