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Hopwood Hall: PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)

Assignment 4: Using inclusive learning approaches in Lifelong learning (the micro-teach) (Learning Outcomes and assessment criteria: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 3.1, 3.2) In this assignment you will plan, teach and evaluate an inclusive learning session.

Part 1 Rationale (1.1, 1.2, 1.3) Briefly describe the group of learners and outline the objectives of your session. With reference to learning theory, justify (level 3) / evaluate (level 4) the teaching and learning approaches that you have selected for your micro-teach. Describe the different teaching and learning resources you have selected and how you are going to employ them. Outline your plans for assessing that learning has taken place and giving feedback. (Approx 500 words)

Part 2 Lesson plan (1.1) Produce a lesson plan. In this plan give details of the activities, resources and teaching, learning and assessing methods you will use in your session. Describe (level 3) / evaluate (level 4) how the lesson will meet the needs of the individual learners. Include relevant information about learning styles, additional learning needs, issues of equality and diversity. Explain how you plan to embed functional skills into the session. (Use pro-forma provided.)

Part 3

Evaluation (3.1, 3.2) Using your own reflections and the comments from your tutor and peers, evaluate your session. Referring directly to the points made in your rationale, consider the effectiveness of the resources and teaching methods used, and discuss how far your session objectives were met. Make recommendations for improving the session. (Approx 500 words)

Revised February 2012

Assignment guidelines: Please include references to relevant learning theory. (Level 4 - Reference your work using the Harvard referencing system and include a bibliography.) Include examples of your resources, hand outs etc. Assignment 4 assessment cover sheet Name:

Assessment Criteria Achieved? Comments

1.1 Plan a session for learning and teaching that meets the needs of learners.

1.2 Justify the selection of teaching and learning approaches that meets the needs of learners.

1.3 Plan assessment methods to meet the needs of learners

3.1 Reflect on own approaches to delivering inclusive learning and teaching.

3.2 Identify / analyse areas for improvement in own practice.

Generic Criteria Achieved? Comments

Accurate use of grammar, spelling and punctuation

Clear expression of ideas and arguments

Use of reading and research through inclusion of appropriate referencing

Accurate use of numerical calculations and interpretation of data

Use of ICT

Commitment to working within a professional values base

This assignment meets the criteria for Level 3 / Level 4 (please delete as appropriate).