ED4U036 - SpLD/Dyslexia: Professional Practice in Assessment and Reporting 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED4U036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | SpLD/Dyslexia: Professional Practice in Assessment and Reporting | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Professional Learning in Education | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Social Work | ||
| Module Leader: | Lindsey Roberts, Gareth Dart | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2018 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | 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 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To support students in exploring and critically reflecting on their knowledge of current theory and research in the field of SpLD/Dyslexia
To support students in the critical analysis and interpretation of assessment data in the SpLD/Dyslexia diagnostic process.
To support students in writing effective assessment reports, outlining substantiated recommendations for appropriate inclusive practice and individualised programmes of support for those with SpLD/Dyslexia
To supervise students in their professional practice in support of an application for an Assessment Practising Certificate (from PATOSS)
Content Summary
The content of the module is governed by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee accreditation criteria for APC (http://www.sasc.org.uk/)
Revision of definitions of SpLD/Dyslexia, main theories of causation together with recent developments and presentation of Spld/Dyslexia and co-occurring conditions.
Revision of psychometric testing and using assessment of underlying ability, attainment and cognitive processing in the identification of SpLDs/Dyslexia
Co-occurrence and the identification of possible other SpLDs in diagnostic assessment such as dyspraxia, ADD/ADHD.
Analysis of assessment data in drawing diagnostic conclusions and making recommendations.
Writing effective and professional diagnostic assessment reports.
The social, legal and ethical implications of assessing for SpLD/Dyslexia.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 2 |
| Work based learning | 12 |
| Independent Study | 193 |
| Directed Study | 69 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically reflect on their understanding of the nature of SpLD based on current theory and research, apply this to the identification of learners with SpLD and demonstrate an understanding of the professional issues, rules and regulations affecting individuals with SpLD. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate the ability to gather a relevant case history, apply the principles of psychometric testing for screening and assessment, design of tailored intervention programmes and learning recommendations for an individual with suspected SpLD. |
| LO3 | Demonstrate the ability to produce professional SpLD reports that are easily accessible to the non-specialist. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | The professional practice portfolio will consist of 3 components that comprise the evidence of the student’s ability to produce in-depth diagnostic assessment reports for three ‘case study’ learners, one of which will be observed by a Professional Practice Tutor, together with the student’s ability to bring together theory and practice. | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |