Curriculum and Context  - DMQ1335

Assessment 1: Oral presentation/assessment

Presentations with peer and tutor feedback.

Oral presentation/assessment

Assessment 2: Written draft

Discussion of first drafts of assignments; face to face tutorials; electronic or other distance tutorial or discussion facility; group discussions and tutorials with peer and tutor feedback.

Written draft

Assessment 1: Presentation

A presentation in which trainees will locate their specialist curriculum in the present policy context. This will critically evaluate how educational policy in the specialist area relates to the values and beliefs that underpin the trainee&#39;s professional practice.

Presentation

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

A project that critically evaluates the relevance and effectiveness of a curriculum in the specialist area and suggests improvements to its design. It will show a critical understanding of the planning and decision making process that underpins the organisation of the curriculum and identify the characteristics that are integral to its successful implementation. The submission may involve either empirical or conceptual enquiry. It must demonstrate significant engagement with relevant research literature and a critical understanding of key principles of curriculum design. 

Written Assignment

<p>This module will develop your critical understanding of policy and issues relating to curriculum development in lifelong learning. You will investigate the impact of policy on curriculum development and draw on appropriate evidence to interrogate curriculum practice and discuss possible improvements. The module will cover the internal and external factors that drive curriculum change and consider key contemporary issues in lifelong learning that impact upon curriculum development and design. It aims to engage trainees in critical reflection on the policy and practice of education and training for lifelong learners. The module promotes an analytical and reflexive understanding of the factors that inform curriculum development and delivery in lifelong learning provision.</p>

School of Education and Professional Development

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Initial Teacher Training Life Long Learning

DMQ1335 - Curriculum and Context 

Curriculum and Context 

Critically appraise the development of own values and professional standards in relation to current practice.

Critically analyse the ways in which curriculum design can promote opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds.

Synthesise research in the field of curriculum design and development.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the political, economic and sociocultural factors that guide the design of lifelong learning curricula.

Critically analyse the professional values and beliefs shaping lifelong learning.

Identify links between research-informed practice and curriculum development.

Reflect critically upon the development of own values and professional expertise in relation to curriculum development.

Critically examine the impact of curriculum policy on professional values, identity and practice.

Engage critically with academic literature on curriculum, professionalism and subject specialism.

Identify improvements to a curriculum integrating the core skills of English, maths, sustainability and digital technologies.