ED4T001 - Promoting Excellence in Learning and Development 01 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED4T001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Promoting Excellence in Learning and Development | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Professional Learning in Education | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Social Work | ||
| Module Leader: | Matthew Hutt | ||
| Module Team: | Susan Haywood, Rebecca Haycock, Carmel Conn, Amanda Kelland, Sharon Drew, Sue Roberts, Andy Henderson, Melanie Smith | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | 2022 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 60 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100459 - education studies | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2017 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To critically evaluate current research and development relating to (a) theories of effective learning and development and (b) the effective management of these.
To understand and evaluate the ways in which training can contribute to effective leadership and management to secure sustainable improvement within the company.
To critically examine the design and delivery of training to ensure that training functions are relevant, accurate and fit for purpose.
To examine the ways in which training can inspire learners to put their new knowledge and skills into action and how innovative approaches can engage people within the business at all levels, inside and outside the training rooms.
To understand how to evaluate training programmes and to seek creatively to adapt design and delivery in response to such evaluations.
To equip participants with the ability to plan, execute and evaluate a research project of relevance to the company, and to measure its impact within the context of both the Learning and Development function and the wider business.
Content Summary
There will be three key components to the module:
1. TRAINING SESSIONS / CPD Portfolio
Participants will be expected to attend all training sessions that are planned and delivered by their company or designated external provider, in addition to sessions planned and delivered by USW.
Participants must formally document their own learning and development based on these CPD sessions.
All CPD sessions will be accompanied by a pack; each pack will contain a learner journey / package guide, as well as a copy of all training aids and materials.
CPD sessions will often include an activity which the participant will use to develop their learning and offer opportunities to evidence how the training session and associated tasks have enabled them to develop their leadership and management skills and achieve the learning outcomes of the module.
2. TRAINING PORTFOLIO
Participants will keep a portfolio of the training they have delivered during the period of their registration on the programme. This will include details of planning, materials, and any assessment activities that have been used. Participants will also keep a log of self-evaluations on the sessions delivered, which will include reflection on how their leadership role within the Learning and Development function has developed. Formal feedback will be given on four training sessions.
3. RESEARCH PROJECT
The research project is an opportunity for participants to take or share the lead in developing a designated area of training. Participants are asked to identify an area within Learning and Development where they can make an impact on the wider business. The organisation will support them in this activity. Participants will submit their rationale for their chosen investigation along with the training package / materials, initiative or intervention will be submitted for assessment. They will also offer a critical account of the research and development process. There will be an opportunity to present their research project to Senior Managers for feedback at the highest level in the company prior to formal submission.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 32 |
| Seminar | 30 |
| Tutorial | 8 |
| Work based learning | 200 |
| Independent Study | 270 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Total Hours Selected | 600 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To reflect critically on new skills and knowledge and apply these to their professional role, especially in their leadership capacity within the Learning and Development function. |
| LO2 | To demonstrate that the criteria identified by the company as essential (in relation to planning, delivery, evaluation and assessment of training) have all been met. |
| LO3 | To plan, execute, evaluate and present a research project in the context of their management role within Learning and Development and to measure its impact on the wider business. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | A) A CPD Portfolio that will evidence the development of students’ overall learning (including of their Leadership and Management skills). (4,000) B) Training Portfolio will include plans, training materials, assessment activities, self evaluations and reflection of formal feedback of four training sessions for a total of 30 hours of training. (pass/fail only) C) The Research Project will include the rationale, the research design, findings, evaluation and impact assessment. (5,000) D) Presentation to Senior Managers will provide feedback at the highest level prior to final submission. (20mins) | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |