ED1H028 - Preparing to Teach 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED1H028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Preparing to Teach | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Post Compulsory Education | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Football Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Melanie Smith, Alison Straker | ||
| Module Team: | Dawn Latham, Leigh Webber, Gareth Watkins | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2014 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 10 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100508 - post compulsory education and training | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
The module will introduce candidates to the concepts and principles which underpin effective learning and teaching and what it is means to be a teacher or trainer.
Content Summary
An introduction to principles and practices of the main methods of managing learning in typical situations and contexts: including communication skills and styles of teaching.
Reflection on previous experiences of learning and learning environments.
An overview of assessment and evaluation methods
An introduction to learning aids with an emphasis on learning technologies
The roles and responsibilities of practitioners in the lifelong learning sector including the promotion of good practice, challenges of essential skills and quality of opportunity for all.
Raising awareness of teaching and learning in a bilingual setting, as appropriate.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 18 |
| Tutorial | 1 |
| Independent Study | 40 |
| Directed Study | 26 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 15 |
| Total Hours Selected | 100 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To plan, prepare and manage a 30 minute peer teach session that demonstrates a learner centred approach and an aware of good practice |
| LO2 | To demonstrate skills for assessing learners’ needs and for supporting learning to ensure progression in learning using initial, formative and summative strategies |
| LO3 | To reflect on their own experience based on peer and tutor feedback |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Assessment (CW) | Practical Coursework 1 | Deliver a 20 minute peer teach. Produce a lesson plan to accompany the peer session. | 30 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Essay (CW) 2 | Written reflection based on the peer session which must include developmental points for improving performance | 0 | 1000 | 25 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Essay (CW) 1 | Provide a rationale justifying the chosen teaching and learning strategy for the peer session supported by appropriate sources | 0 | 1000 | 25 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Practical Coursework 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
| Essay (CW) 2 | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Essay (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |