MEDN60333
The Art & Science of Teaching
20
Variable teaching patterns
Postgraduate Taught
Level 7
Jessica Grundy
Unit coordinator
1
FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 '
European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 10.0
<div><p>This unit focusses on the application (‘art’) of the theoretical principles (‘science’) within the context of individual teaching practice.</p><p>The importance of intelligent curriculum design is explored, based on sound theoretical rationale in relation to key healthcare stakeholders and inter-professional education. Through exploring the literature and comparing experiences with peers, participants will evaluate how different approaches and methods of teaching can be used to enhance learning. Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their own teaching style, and consider the factors which can influence teaching and learning, from both a learner and educator perspective.</p></div><p> </p>
<div><div><p>This unit focusses on the application (‘art’) of the theoretical principles (‘science’) within the context of individual teaching practice.</p><p>The importance of intelligent curriculum design is explored, based on sound theoretical rationale in relation to key healthcare stakeholders and inter-professional education. Through exploring the literature and comparing experiences with peers, participants will evaluate how different approaches and methods of teaching can be used to enhance learning. Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their own teaching style, and consider the factors which can influence teaching and learning, from both a learner and educator perspective.</p></div></div><p> </p>
<div> <p>The unit aims to:</p> <ul> <li> present the principles of curriculum design and course development</li> <li> present a range of teaching and learning methods for critical appraisal</li> <li> facilitate the selection of appropriate teaching and assessment methods aligned to curriculum to enhance learning</li> <li> explore curriculum in terms of interprofessional education, leadership, mentoring and professionalism</li> </ul></div><p> </p>
<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:500px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Knowledge and understanding</td> <td> <ul> <li>Critically analyse the various components of a curriculum, including educational philosophy/strategy, rationale, content, organisation, implementation, assessment and evaluation</li> <li>Critically appraise a range of teaching and learning methods to ensure inclusivity</li> <li>Ensure the constructive alignment of teaching methods with intended learning outcomes</li> <li>Critically explore the issues around embedding inter-professional education, supervision, mentoring and professionalism into curriculum design</li> <li>Identify the requirements of key stakeholders and review their practice to ensure standards and quality assurance are maintained</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Intellectual skills</td> <td> <ul> <li>Critically evaluate the teaching and learning literature specifically regarding curriculum design and review.</li> <li>Subject their current practices of teaching to critical evaluation</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Practical skills</td> <td> <ul> <li>Plan, design and deliver teaching to enable learning and progression</li> <li>Apply the elements of successful mentoring and supervision to further their own practice as a reflective educator</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Transferable skills and personal qualities</td> <td> <ul> <li>Teach effectively in a variety of contexts</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody></table>
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Other
100%
<ol> <li>Lesson plan 2,000 words, (50%)</li> <li>10-minute teaching session recording (50%)</li></ol>
<p>Formative assessment and feedback will be offered via discussion board activities and timetabled webinars. Summative assessment and feedback will be provided in line with University regulations of 15 working days.</p>
MEDN60333 AS Online conditions (Programme 10020)
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Lectures
20
Tutorials
10
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170