PGCE/Cert Ed Module Handbook

Core Module Codes: DLLS451/651

Core Module: Processes of Learning and Teaching

Module Leader: Jane Shipman

Module Tutor: Dr. Paul Matthews

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About the Module

This module addresses the processes, principles and theories of planning, preparing and enabling learning. It focuses on the professional knowledge, skills and understanding required in a practical teaching and learning context. It investigates key aspects of the roles and responsibilities of teachers, trainers and tutors in the Lifelong Learning Sector.

The module is divided into two distinct parts: coursework and practice. The coursework element takes the form of an assignment and the practice evidence is recorded in your Individual Development Plan (IDP).

Your IDP begins in this module and develops throughout the course. You will be given extensive guidance on who to compile your IDP.

NB: Over and above the direct contact hours in class, students are expected to engage in approximately 100 hours of autonomous study.

Attendance: When attendance falls to 80% of the module, i.e. when two of ten sessions have been missed, continuation on the programme is subject to review (refer to Programme Handbook for more details).

Contact details

Module tutor: Paul Matthews pmatthews@cityplym.ac.uk tel: 01752 305121

Mentor coordinator: Julia Parker-Carn jparker-carn@cityplym.ac.uk tel: 01752 305384

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Schedule of Teaching and Learning

Week Indicative Syllabus ContentDirect Contact and supported study

1 Induction to the course and initial assessment Introduction to module Guidance on observations Guidance on IDPs Minimum core and Professional Standards

4 hrs

2 Preparing for your observation: lesson plans, schemes of work,

supporting information, resources and strategies. Mentoring

4hrs

3 Role and responsibilities, and boundaries of own role as a teacher Key aspects of relevant current legislative requirements and codes

of practice. IDP guidance

4 hrs

4 Social and cultural barriers to learning. The Equality Act and the various protected characteristics. Removing or overcoming barriers to learning in relation to age,

gender and transgender. IDP guidance

4 hrs

5 Coursework assignment guidance IDP guidance: professional practice

4 hrs

6 Coursework assignment guidance IDP guidance: minimum core audit

4 hrs

7 Coursework assignment and IDP workshop

4 hrs

8 Tutorial support session 26/10/11 2 hrs

Total Direct Contact Hours 30

Assessment Submission Date: 18/11/2011

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Approaches to teaching and learning on the course

Our sector is diverse and this will be reflected in the range of teaching and learning strategies we will use on the course. In one sense, this can be characterised by the things you do, the things the tutors do and what we do together. During this course you will experience the following.

Learning from each other

Questioning theory and practice

Micro-lectures and expositions

Discussions and debates

Analyses of critical incidents

Individual and group activities

Cases studies and scenarios

Peer teaching and learning

Problem-solving

Evaluation and reflection

Critical engagements with policies and legislation

Tutorials

Directed study

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Processes of Learning and Teaching

Cert Ed Coursework Brief

Write a detailed report of 1500 - 2000 words analysing the roles and responsibilities applicable to your teaching practice, identifying all appropriate legislation and codes of practice, as well as presenting an analysis of the support given to address the barriers to learning which you have identified within your teaching.

You will need to plan the report carefully to ensure you can meet the following two Assessed Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate a factual knowledge of the role of a teacher in the Lifelong Learning Sector

2. Analyse, with guidance, potential social and cultural barriers to learning in terms of age, gender and transgender

Your report must be informed by your reading and please note the Level 4 Coursework Assessment Criteria in Appendix 1 of the Programme Handbook (and below).. Your report should be double spaced and Harvard referenced. You will need to include a list of references.

PGCE Coursework Brief

Write a detailed report of 1500 - 2000 words critically analysing the roles and responsibilities applicable to your teaching practice, identifying all appropriate legislation and codes of practice, as well as presenting an analysis of the support given to address the barriers to learning which you have identified within your teaching.

You will need to plan the report carefully to ensure you can meet the following two Assessed Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the role of a teacher in the Lifelong Learning Sector

2. Analyse potential social and cultural barriers to learning in terms of age, gender and transgender

Your report must be informed by your reading and please note the Level 6 Coursework Assessment Criteria in Appendix 1 of the Programme Handbook (and below). Your report should be double spaced and Harvard referenced. You will need to include a list of references.

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Reading List:

Core Texts

Appleyard, N. and Appleyard, K. (2009) The Minimum Core for Language and Literacy: Knowledge, Understanding and Skills. Exeter: Learning Matters.

Duckworth, V., Wood, J., Dickinson, J. and Bostock, J. (2010) Successful Teaching Practice in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Exeter: Learning Matters.

Petty, G. (2009) Teaching Today – A practical guide. (4th edn.) Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes Ltd.

Scales, P. (2008) Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Maidenhead: Open University Press.

Wallace, S. (2007) Teaching, Tutoring and Training in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Exeter: Learning Matters.

Recommended Texts

Crawley, J. (2005) In at the Deep End: A Survival Guide for Teachers in Post-compulsory Education. London: David Fulton Publishers Ltd.

Eastwood, L., Coates, J., Dixon, L., Harvey, J., Ormondroyd, C. and Willamson, S. (2009) A Toolkit for Creative Teaching in Post-Compulsory Education. Maidenhead: Open University Press.

Gravells, A. and Simpson, S. (2009) Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Exeter: Learning Matters.

Reece, I. and Walker, S. (2006) Teaching, Training and Learning: A Practical Guide. (6th edn.) Sunderland: Business Education Publishers.Journals

Journal of Further and Higher Education Journal of Vocational Education and TrainingWebsites

www.golddust.org www.lsneducation.org.uk www.equalityhumanrights.com www.ifl.ac.uk www.guardian.co.uk/education www.tes.co.uk www.independent.co.uk/news/education/