- Course Code
- ED 1028
- Credit Points
- 20
- Course Coordinator
- Mrs M Freeman
Pre-requisites
Required course for all students in the BEd (Hons) Primary Programme in Year 1. This course is specifically designed to be of interest to, and attract participation from, students on other Year 1 Programmes. It is particularly relevant to students who are interested in a career in teaching and may be considering alternative routes into the profession.
Notes
The number of places available for non-School of Education students is restricted to 10.
Overview
The central focus of this course is the exploration of the individual as a lifelong learner. Introducing theories of learning, collaborative groups will work independently and with university tutors to explore how these relate to the processes of learning experienced in this transitional phase to Higher Education. Through shared enquiry, personally held assumptions, values and beliefs about effective learning will be challenged.
Course content will include theories of learning, self-evaluation and reflection, assessment strategies including skills of self and peer assessment, reading and analysis, presentations, identification and reflection on personal values and beliefs, the use of ICT as a tool for learning.
Structure
14 one-hour lectures, 1 two-hour forum, 20 one-hour tutorials, 3 two-hour seminars will follow a varied pattern.
Assessment
1st Attempt: 4,000 word reflective report (100%).
Resit: Resubmission of 4,000 word reflective report (100%).