Learning and Teaching in Schools (Primary - PGCE)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EDUC4301 | Education | 4 | 30 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- EDUC4301
- School
- Education
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
The module examines and develops the theory, professional understanding and practice of classroom teaching in primary schools. It develops professional knowledge, understanding, skills and values and engagement with recent theoretical and pedagogic developments.
Target Students
Available for students studying on the PGCE (primary route) in the School of Education.
Classes
Delivered through a combination of lectures, distance learning and interactive seminars.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework 1: 5,000-6,000 word coursework portfolio
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
The module provides an opportunity for participants to: develop a critical understanding of the literature and theory of education consider recent developments and issues in teaching and learning 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
By the end of this module students should have:
A Knowledge and understanding
A1: A broad understanding of the current issues in subject teaching and learning.
A2: Knowledge of the key theoretical positions on learning.
A3: Understanding of the current education policy framework.
B Intellectual skills
B1: Improved critical reading and synthesis of academic and professional literatures
B2: Improved critical reading of educational texts and discourses, of school policies and classroom practices
C Professional practical skills
C1: Enhanced professional practice through the application of knowledge, skills and understanding developed throughout the module.
C2: Capacities to apply literatures and research evidence to professional practice.
D Transferable (key) skills
D1: Critical reflection on their own beliefs, practice, and development as secondary school teachers.
D2: Reading, analysing and synthesising literature.
D3: Inquiry based skills including the production and analysis of data.