Understanding Learning and Teaching (SWIFT)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EDUC4328 | Education | 4 | 20 | Autumn UK, Spring UK |
- Code
- EDUC4328
- School
- Education
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK, Spring UK
Summary
This module focuses upon broad areas within the field of learning theory such as constructivism, socio-constructivism and metacognition. Critical approaches are encouraged as well as a grasp of the practical importance for teachers of understanding how children learn. The module theorises areas of classroom practice such as questioning, collaborative learning, talk for learning, planning for learning, assessment, and differentiation.
Target Students
Only available to PGCES (SWIFT) students
Assessment
- 100% Coursework 1: Equivalent to 4000 word assignment
Assessed by end of summer vacation
Educational Aims
Consider how a range of learning theories and pedagogical approaches shed light on teaching and learning;Become conversant with the basic assumptions, concepts, and principles of a range of learning theories and pedagogical approaches;Develop a deeper understanding of a range of teaching strategies;Develop professional knowledge, skills, and understanding for teaching;Understand the practical implications of theories and pedagogical approaches;Be able to compare and contrast theories and pedagogical approaches and their relative usefulness in specific educational settings;Review and develop existing personal theories of learning and models of teaching;Improve the quality of reflective practice.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
- An awareness of a range of theoretical frameworks for the understanding of children's learning
- Critical understanding of several theories of learning and their practical implications for teaching and learning
- Critical understanding of current issues in teaching and learning.
Intellectual skills:
- Critical reading of academic and professional literature
- Critical appreciation of pedagogical practices
- The ability to critically evaluate ideas and texts within a range of theoretical frameworks
- The ability to apply key theoretical perspectives to the analysis of practical learning situations.
Professional practical skills:
- An ability to critically reflect on professional practice
- An ability to evaluate teaching and learning approaches adapted to individual learners
- An ability to relate professional understanding to theories of learning
- An ability to identify the pedagogical implications of learning theories
- Capacity to apply research evidence to professional practice.
Transferable (key) skills:
An ability to critically analyse learning theory and research
An ability to critically reflect on personal pedagogical beliefs, values and practices
An ability to read, analyse and synthesise academic and professional literature
An ability to relate theory to practice.