Person-centred Approaches - DIM6430

Assessment 1: Other

Research report: E2, E3 and E4 ethical approval forms
Presentation: a discussion of the presentation with peers plus submission of a detailed plan (max. 600 words). 

Other 

Assessment 2: Oral Assessment

Presentation (2500 – 3000 words equivalent)
Students will present a reflection on their developing knowledge and understanding of person-centred approaches in a mode decided with their tutor (e.g. live presentation, video blog, poster etc). The presentation will include how they have applied findings from their research to their own practice on placement, e.g. through the use of person-centred planning, the graduated approach, paperwork such as support plans and so on. Students will identify areas for future development in their own person-centred practice.

Oral Assessment 

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Research report (2500 - 3000 words)
Students will carry out a piece of small-scale research about an issue related to person-centred approaches, as agreed with their tutor. They will produce a research report that analyses findings in light of theory and current policy, as well as giving an overview of methods used, ethical considerations and limitations.

Written Assignment

<p>You will study current policy and legislation related to person-centred approaches within education, health and care settings for children and young people with individual learning needs or special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). You will explore the theoretical underpinning of person-centred practice and evaluate a range of approaches. You will examine the role of the practitioner in supporting and developing person-centred practice, exploring issues including working with families, developing early communication skills, solution focused approaches, and the voice of the child or young person. You will explore a range of research methodologies and ethics and carry out a small scale piece of research about person-centred practice</p>

School of Education and Professional Development

DIM6430 - Person-centred Approaches

Person-centred Approaches

Design and carry out a small-scale piece of research about person-centred approaches, following ethical guidelines

Demonstrate critical understanding of appropriate research methods for small scale research with children and young people

Analyse a range of theoretical and political factors that influence person-centred approaches

Demonstrate a critical understanding of strategies used in education, health and/or social care settings to support person-centred approaches;

Reflect on strategies used in practice to support person-centred approaches

Critically evaluate the implications of using a person-centred approach to meet the individual needs of children or young people