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School:

School of Education and Professional Development

Credit Rating:

30

Level (including FHEQ):

I (FHEQ Level 5)

Graded or Non Graded:

Non Graded

Version Valid From:

2017-11-01

Module Leader:

Lynn Senior

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Seminar

Lecture

Tutorial and Project Supervision

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 (worth 50% of the module marks). You will also … 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.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of professionalism in the context of curriculum development.
2.
Identify relevant social and cultural perspectives on educational policy in Lifelong Learning.
3.
Analyse evidence-based research in own curriculum area.
4.
Contextualise professionalism and related values in education.
5.
Analyse educational philosophies in Lifelong Learning.
6.
Debate reflective practice.
7.
Contextualise professional standards to own pedagogical approach within the subject specialism.
8.
Identify links between research-informed practice and curriculum development.
9.
Engage with academic literature on curriculum, professionalism and subject specialism.
10.
Appraise the development of own values and professional standards in relation to social justice.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Assessment 2: Other

Assessment 3: Oral presentation/assessment

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Presentation

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

All assessment tasks should:• Meet all module learning outcomes• Demonstrate effective practical, professional and reflective skills, knowledge and values in own subject area• Integrate relevant reading• Demonstrate well-developed understanding of key issues • Apply theory to practice where appropriate• Be written and presented in a clear academic styleAll assessment tasks … For more content click the Read More button below.

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