ED1S033 - Creative Curriculum 01 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED1S033 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Creative Curriculum | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | ITE and Education Practice | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Early Years | ||
| Module Leader: | Wendy-Lee Jones | ||
| Module Team: | Sallyann Seaward, Jon Moody, Jude Penny, Sharon Phillips | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2019 | Final Year of Intake: | 2025 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100459 - education studies | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To recognise the characteristics of child development and how to effectively support learning through the Curriculum for Wales and the Areas of Learning and Experience and the Non maintained curriculum for nursery settings.
To develop knowledge and understanding of the 4 Purposes of the Curriculum in Wales and the 12 Pedagogical Principles.
To develop knowledge and understanding of how to plan for holistic, child centred, authentic learning experiences within the curriculum /Areas of Learning and Experience.
To consider opportunities for the development of literacy, numeracy, digital competence across the curriculum areas.
Content Summary
Introduction to the Curriculum for Wales and the Areas of Learning and Experience.
Planning for holistic, authentic learning experiences within the six Areas of Learning and Experience.
Introduction to the 4 Purposes of the curriculum in Wales and 12 Pedagogical Principles and how they can be integrated across the Areas of Learning and Experience.
Pedagogical approaches, the Learning environments, and the role of the creative ‘adult’
Introduction to the Non- maintained Curriculum for nursery settings and the five developmental pathways
International curricula and how they influence creative practice; a global view of policy influences (OECD/ PISA)
Exploration of a range of suitable resources to support development across the curriculum / Areas of Learning and Experience.
Identification of opportunities to develop literacy, numeracy, digital competence through the Areas of Learning and Experience.
Respond and reflect on performance and develop reflective skills.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Seminar | 13 |
| Independent Study | 95 |
| Directed Study | 70 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 10 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an understanding of the curricula in Wales and how learning experiences support learners’ development. |
| LO2 | Evaluate key issues and theory that influences children's learning experiences. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Assessment (CW) | Poster Presentation 1 | Present an activity / initiative used in practice that supports children’s learning in an area of your choice from the curriculum. Demonstrate how it offers creative and authentic learning experiences and evaluate the outcome for the learners. | 10 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Poster Presentation 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |