Literacy and Mathematics in Early Years and KS1

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School:

School of Education and Professional Development

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

I (FHEQ Level 5)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2021-08-01

Module Leader:

Doreen Malcolm

Version Number

2024.01

Learning Methods

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Lecture

Guided Independent Study

Seminar

Synopsis

This module will raise your awareness of the basic principles, concepts and processes underpinning literacy and mathematics in early years and KS1. It emphasises the knowledge and skills required to support children’s learning and development in these areas in early years and KS1. You will examine teaching and learning strategies which support progress and outcomes in each area and through cross curricula links. You will be aware of how learning and development is assessed with reference to the relevant frameworks. You will be assessed through coursework which will include an analysis of children’s work and a written evaluation of the teaching and learning strategies used.

Learning Strategy

This will include lectures, group work, discussions, and tutorials, and materials will be available on the VLE. The assessment will include practice based elements which will require application of theory to work-based experiences.

Outline Syllabus

Overview of the relevant curricula and learning outcomes. Fundamental concepts of mathematical understanding. Fundamental concepts of literacy development. Theoretical perspectives of how children learn and application to the topic. Assessing children’s learning needs and progress with reference to the appropriate framework. Pedagogical principles and strategies to support teaching and learning … For more content click the Read More button below.

Overview of the relevant curricula and learning outcomes. Fundamental concepts of mathematical understanding. Fundamental concepts of literacy development. Theoretical perspectives of how children learn and application to the topic. Assessing children’s learning needs and progress with reference to the appropriate framework. Pedagogical principles and strategies to support teaching and learning of mathematics and literacy, including planning, cross curricular links, differentiation and anti-discriminatory and inclusive practice. Ethical guidelines regarding reporting on and observing children’s learning.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts of mathematical and literacy development.

Demonstrates theoretical and practical understanding of the teaching and learning strategies used to support children’s mathematical and literacy development.

Demonstrates an in-depth understanding and practical knowledge of assessing and meeting children’s learning and development needs.

Critically reflects on the practitioner’s role in supporting mathematical and literacy development with reference to pedagogical principles, inclusion and relevant statutory requirements.

Demonstrates application of research, theories and principles in the assessment and analysis of children’s mathematical and literacy development.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written draft

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Description:A report which critically reflects on and evaluates the role of the practitioner in supporting literacy or mathematics which demonstrates knowledge and understanding of pedagogical principles and teaching and learning strategies. The evaluation should include relevant supporting research and theory and consider the principles of inclusive practice.

Assessment Weight:60

Assessment Length:3000 Words (Word Count)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO2, MLO3, MLO4

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:No

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:Yes

Assessment 2: Project Work

Description:An Activity Bag developed for a specific child to enhance their Literacy and maths development that has been based on observations of that child. Further guidance is given in the module handbook. The assessment is eligible for tutor reassessment

Assessment Weight:40

Assessment Length:2000 Words (Equivalent Word Count)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO1, MLO2, MLO3, MLO5

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:Yes

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:Yes

Assessment Criteria

For both tasks • Meets all learning outcomes• Meets grading criteria for Intermediate level• Application of theory to practice• Anti-discriminatory and inclusive practice• Ethical considerations Task 1: Report The Report should demonstrate an ability to evaluate and reflect on the techniques and strategies used by the practitioner to support children’s … For more content click the Read More button below. Task 2: Activity Bag • Bag is professionally presented• Potential of the resource to support high quality of children’s learning related to the relevant curricula

Task 1: Report
The Report should demonstrate an ability to evaluate and reflect on the techniques and strategies used by the practitioner to support children’s mathematical and literacy development.

Task 2: Activity Bag
• Bag is professionally presented
• Potential of the resource to support high quality of children’s learning related to the relevant curricula

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