Learning and Teaching in Context

Further information


For further details about this module and to apply, please contact the Module Leaders:

Jane Harvey-Lloyd

j.harvey-lloyducs.ac.uk|

Nickey Rooke

n.rookeucs.ac.uk|

Dates

6 study days, starting in September 2011:

  • Tuesday 20 September 2011
  • Wednesday 21 September 2011
  • Thursday 22 September 2011
  • Tuesday 11 October 2011 
  • Wedensday 12 October 2011
  • Thursday 13 October 2011

Student Hours

200 total student hours:

  • 30 contact hours
  • 170 hours self directed study

Rationale

This module will provide an opportunity for students to critically evaluate philosophical and theoretical perspectives relating to different approaches to learning and teaching in the curriculum. A wide variety of teaching methods and learning styles will be discussed and the fundamental psychological theories that underpin them will be explored The module will encourage students to adopt a reflective approach to the practice of teaching and develop effective self-evaluation skills so that they may monitor accurately the quality of the teaching and learning they deliver in their own practice.

An integral part of education is the process by which learning is managed in the curriculum. Making the best use of resources and facilitating professional and interprofessional learning is important for a whole range of module participants. This module will encourage students to take a holistic viewpoint of their practice in order to continually develop their teaching skills and inform future curricula.

Aims of the Module

  • To examine the philosophy of education, and to relate this to learning and teaching, and the curriculum.
  • To critically evaluate processes and methods used for learning and teaching in the curriculum and appraise the most effective approaches to meet learners' needs.
  • To understand the psychology of learning and critically appraise its application in the curriculum.
  • To encourage interprofessional debate and exchange of the experience of health and social care education and examine how it might be more effective.
  • To discuss the complexities of teaching and learning in a range of settings.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the student will be able to:

  • Discuss the philosophy of education and its connection to learning and teaching, and the curriculum.
  • Critically examine the principles and concepts of learning and teaching in relation the interprofessional curriculum.
  • Evaluate underpinning theory and its application to their practice of learning and teaching.
  • Demonstrate analytical insights into the processes of learning and teaching when applied to their practice.
  • Display critical awareness of the importance of self in any interpersonal interactions and the influence of human relationships on the effectiveness of learning and teaching.

Assessment

Summative

Assessment type

Comments (including word count or duration)

Weighting (%)

Critical self-evaluation

4000 words

100

Critical Self Evaluation

The student will produce a 4000 word assignment to discuss the impact that teaching and learning theories have on interprofessional education. The student will discuss the philosophy of education and its impact upon their practice.

The essay should link the practice of teaching and learning to the theories underpinning the learning and teaching process, include relevant literature and evidence of critical analysis.

 

 

 

Key Facts

Module code:
IPGEHSM01

Level of study: 7

Year: First Year 

Mandatory or optional module: Optional/Mandatory

Location: Ipswich

Prerequisites for this module: None

Professional applicability: A, B, C, D, E, G 

DARZI category: 9

Darzi Category and Professional Applicability Coding||

Students already registered on a diploma or degree course are advised to make their course leader aware that they plan to undertake this module.