Leading Learning (D)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EDUC4091 | Education | 4 | 30 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- EDUC4091
- School
- Education
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
The module will address aspects of learning at three scales: teachers supporting student learning; teachers as learners themselves; the educational organisation as a learning organisation. This will include a consideration of the roles of leadership, peers and technology, among other factors, in supporting learning, educational development and improvement.
Target Students
Available to MA Education (online) or MA Education and Leadership Management (online) students.
Classes
This module is delivered digitally, with tutorial support included.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework: 6000 words or equivalent.
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
By the end of the module, participants will have a critical understanding of the following in relation to the sector in which they work:how learning takes place;Settings and support for learning;Models of professional learning as an aspect of teacher development;The educational organisation as a learning organisation;The leadership of student, teacher and organisational learningLearning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
• critically understand the organisation and the environment in which they operate;
• understand the broader context in which they operate and be able to continue to extend their understanding of that context;
• understand the human relations aspects of educational leadership;
• understand leadership in relation to the promotion of effective learning and change;
• critically understand the ways in which effective learning can be promoted.
Intellectual skills:
• examine critically literature and research evidence;
• apply relevant theory to the improvement of practice.
Professional/practical skills:
• continue to improve the effectiveness of their 'unit' of responsibility.
Transferable (key) skills:
• critically analyse and evaluate their own and others' practice and have a realistic understanding of their capabilities and knowledge;
• have effective relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders using a variety of means;
• develop their abilities in engaging and leading change, critical analysis, independent study skills, report writing and presentation;
• engage in independent reflection.
Conveners
- Dr Kevin Richardson