EA3S009 - Learning and Teaching 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2025 | Version 2

Associated Module Information

Module Code: EA3S009
Module Title: Learning and Teaching
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
Faculty Group: ITE and Education Practice
Faculty Sub Group: Early Years
Module Leader: Jane Newby
Module Team: Claire Pescott, Hilary Morgan, Jodie Trotman, Tania Davies, Ghazzala Begum, Kate Meredith, Vanessa Arnold
First Intended Intake: SEP 2016 Final Year of Intake:
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 6
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100463 - early years education
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 2
Valid From 01 Sep 2022
Valid To 31 Aug 2025

Module Aims

1. To develop knowledge and a critical understanding of the nature of today’s schools and current curricula

2. To interpret principles that influence and reinforce education, policy and practice

3. To evaluate the historical and contemporary theories and research that underpin practice

4. To examine the role of the practitioner in the promotion of children’s learning in the school classroom

Content Summary

Contemporary education policy and practice

Theories and principles which underpin curricula in Wales

Supporting learning

Transitions through key stages

Assessment in the classroom

Strategies for effective classroom organisation and pupil management

Providing appropriate challenge with a focus upon the more able pupils

Knowledge of the relevant literature base including inspection evidence and classroom research evidence and implications for classroom practice within a Welsh context

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Lecture 24
Seminar 12
Tutorial 12
Work based learning 32
Independent Study 80
Directed Study 40
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Critically examine the impact of an aspect of educational practice on learning and achievement.
LO2 Critically evaluate ways of promoting an effective learning environment within an identified setting, with specific reference to role of the practitioner.
LO3 Analyse assessment and planning approaches within the wider strategic context.

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Asynchronous Assessment Essay 1 ‘Promoting the learning and achievement of pupils is a main aim of school education. 0 4000 100 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2 LO3
Essay 1 ✔ ✔ ✔

Reading List

Arnot, M., McIntyre, D., Pedder, D. and Reay, D. (2003) Consultation in the Classroom: Developing dialogue about teaching and learning. Cambridge: Pearson Publishing.

Arnot, M. McIntyre, D. Pedder, D. and Reay, D. (2003) Consultation in the classroom: Pupil perspectives on teaching and learning. Cambridge: Pearson Publishing.

Austin, R. (2007) Letting The Outside In: Developing Teaching And Learning Beyond The Early Years Classroom. Stoke On Trent: Trentham Books Ltd.

Bold, C. (2004) Supporting Learning And Teaching. London: David Fulton Publishers Ltd.

Bruner, J (1960) The Process Of Education. Oxford: OUP.

Bransford, J., Brown, A., and Cocking, R. (2000). How People Learn: Brain, Mind, And Experience & School. Washington, Dc: National Academy Press.

De Bono, E. (1999) Six Thinking Hats, London: Penguin.

Estyn (2002) Excellent Schools – A Vision For Schools In Wales In The 21st Century. Estyn.

Fisher, R. (2005) Teaching Children To Think, Cheltenham: Stanley Thomas

Goleman, D. (1995) Emotional Intelligence New York: Bantam.

Hartman, H. (2002). Scaffolding and Cooperative Learning. Human Learning And Instruction (Pp. 23-69). New York: City College Of City University Of New York.

O’Leary, M. (2014) Classroom Observation: A guide to the effective observation of Teaching and Learning. London: Routledge.

Pound, L. (2008) How Children Learn: From Montessori To Vygotsky – Educational Theories And Approaches Made Easy. London: Step Forward Publishing.

Rieber, R. and Robinson, D. (Eds) (2004) The Essential Vygotsky. New York: Springer.

Riley, J. (2003) Learning In The Early Years: A Guide For Teacher Of Children 3-7. Oxford: Blackwell.

Tizard, B. (2002) Young Children Learning. Oxford: Blackwell.

Vygotsky, L. (1986) Thought And Language. Massachusetts: Mit.

Walker, D. F. (2002) Fundamentals Of Curriculum: Passion And Professionalism. Lawrence Erlbaum.

Welsh Assembly Government. (2007) How To Develop Thinking And Assessment For Learning In The Classroom. Cardiff: Welsh Assembly Government.

Welsh Assembly Government. (2008) Learning And Teaching Pedagogy. Cardiff: Welsh Assembly Government.

Welsh Assembly Government. (2008) Making the Most of the Curriculum: Implementing the Revised Curriculum. Cardiff: Welsh Assembly Government.

Whitebread, D. and Coltman, P. (2008) Teaching and Learning in the Early Years. London: Routledge.

Briggs, M. (2008) Assessment for Learning and Teaching in Primary Schools.

Crawford, A. (2004) Teaching and Learning Strategies for the Thinking Classroom.

Jensen, E. (2005) (2nd Edn) Teaching with the Brain in Mind.

May, P. (2010) Child Development in Practice.

Creative Teaching and Learning, Available at: http://library.teachingtimes.com/

Department for Education - www.dfes.gov.uk

ESTYN - www.estyn.gov.uk

Hwb – Digital Learning for Wales - http://hwb.wales.gov.uk/

The National Children’s Bureau - www.ncb.org.uk/

Teaching and Learning Research Course - www.tlrp.org/

Welsh Government - www.wales.gov.uk