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School:

School of Education and Professional Development

Credit Rating:

30

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2017-11-01

Module Leader:

Sarah Williamson

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Tutorial and Project Supervision
Guided Independent Study
Seminar
Lecture

Professional Body Requirements

Department of Education and Teachers Standards

Synopsis

The module will develop your understanding of policy and issues relating to professionalism in lifelong learning. You will explore the impact of policy on professional practice and curriculum developments, drawing on appropriate evidence to evaluate professional practice and discuss possible improvements. You will also discuss key issues of professionalism in … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

Lectures and seminars on key topics; work-based learning; critical engagement with mentors and other learners, through group work, work-based support groups or electronic communications. Use of the University VLE. Elements of independent study, supported by blended learning.

Outline Syllabus

Definitions of professionalism and policy. Critiques of different concepts of curriculum and how these relate to political, philosophical, and socio-economic perspectives on education. Environmental sustainability in education. The ways in which national, local and organisational policy influence the curriculum. The nature of professionalism. Critical discussion of concepts and models of … For more content click the Read More button below. Philosophical issues; values, ethics and autonomy. Own continuing professional development.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Oral presentation/assessment

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Presentation
Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

• Meet all module learning outcomes• Demonstrate effective practical, professional and reflective skills, knowledge and values in own subject area• Synthesise relevant reading• Demonstrate systematic and well-developed understanding of key issues• Analyse the application of theory to practice where appropriate• Be written and presented in a clear academic style

My Reading

Reading List