MEDN67081 15 Semester 1 Postgraduate Taught Level 7 Fiona Kevan Unit coordinator School of Medical Sciences Division of Human Communication, Development and Hearing 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 <p>Participants will be introduced to current theoretical frameworks which are used to underpin effective HE practice in teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation. They will critically appraise a range of teaching and learning processes that can be used to create an environment conducive to learning, recognising that their own practice should be informed by broader higher education principles as well as developments in their discipline area. Critically exploring current principles and practices related to session design, delivery, assessment and evaluation, they will be encouraged to reflect upon the knowledge and skills needed to enable them to contribute effectively to the formative and summative assessment of student performance. In the context of considering their own values base in relation to teaching and learning, participants are also expected to consider the importance of equality and diversity for effective teaching, the need for fair and robust assessment and the effective evaluation of learning.</p> <p>Participants will be introduced to current theoretical frameworks which are used to underpin effective HE practice in teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation. They will critically appraise a range of teaching and learning processes that can be used to create an environment conducive to learning, recognising that their own practice should be informed by broader higher education principles as well as developments in their discipline area. Critically exploring current principles and practices related to session design, delivery, assessment and evaluation, they will be encouraged to reflect upon the knowledge and skills needed to enable them to contribute effectively to the formative and summative assessment of student performance. In the context of considering their own values base in relation to teaching and learning, participants are also expected to consider the importance of equality and diversity for effective teaching, the need for fair and robust assessment and the effective evaluation of learning.</p> <p>The unit aims to:</p> <ul> <li> Enable participants to examine the underpinning theories and principles involved in developing educational learning opportunities, educational curricula and/or educational learning tools.</li> <li> Introduce participants to theoretical frameworks underpinning effective HE practice in teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation, encouraging them to critically reflect on developments in their own discipline area.</li> <li> Empower participants to analyse their own role as teachers and assessors of students; by developing innovative approaches to developing educational learning opportunities, educational curricula and/or educational learning tools.</li> </ul> <p>Knowledge and Understanding:</p> <ul> <li> Critically evaluate a variety of adult learning theories in order to create and sustain effective learning environments in a variety of settings</li> <li> Demonstrate a critical understanding of the reflective process and the extent to which this impacts upon the personal and academic development of self and others as educator</li> <li> Demonstrate a critical understanding of the broader social context and the centrality of valuing diversity and equality in teaching, recognising the potential impact of these factors on learners</li> <li> Critically appraise a variety of formative and summative assessment strategies that can be utilised to ensure and assure quality education</li> </ul> <p>Intellectual Skills:</p> <ul> <li> Consider their own identity as educators as they embark upon the reflective process to improve their own teaching practice</li> </ul> <p>Practical Skills:</p> <ul> <li> Design a variety of effective learning opportunities, basing their design upon sound rationale with basis in the literature</li> <li> Design robust, innovative assessments which offer opportunities for constructive student feedback whilst also enabling students to demonstrate attainment of intended learning outcomes</li> </ul> <p>Transferable Skills and Personal Qualities:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li> Develop effective, facilitative communication and relationships as educators in order to support students to reach their full potential</li> <li> Establish an inter-disciplinary community of practice for the exchange of educational ideas</li> </ul> Group/team working Work in groups, to share ideas. Innovation/creativity Reflect and review own practice. Oral communication Communicate effectively in group sessions. Written communication Write in an academic manner, using appropriate conventions; use a range of IT skills in order to fulfill the demands of the programme; communicate with programme organisers regarding progress and development. <p>Face-to-face teaching (3 half-day workshops) and self-directed on-line learning: participants will be encouraged to engage with a variety of materials, exercises, independent and reflective learning to support and enable them to advance their knowledge and skills to a higher level.</p> 2 Written assignment (inc essay) 100% <ul> <li> Participants will meet with their peers during semester 1 and will be supported to self and peer assess reflective assignment.</li> <li> A summative mark and detailed, individual qualitative feedback will be provided following the summative written assignment.</li> <li> Verbal tutor feedback and comment will be provided directly to students during interactive workshops.</li> <li> Throughout the unit, students will have the opportunity to self-evaluate their work and understanding against class discussion and tutor comment.</li></ul> PGCert Med & Health Education PGCert Med&Health Education PGDT Taught Component Mandatory PGCert Med&Health Education PGCert Med&Health Education PGDT Taught Component Mandatory N Practical classes & workshops 12 0 138