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BED291: Independent Study

Module Title Independent Study
Module Code BED291
Module Tutor Russ Shalofsky
School Institute of Education and Public Services
CAT Points 12
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description Students will undertake an Independent Study of an aspect of education agreed with the Tutor.
Indicative Syllabus This module allows students to study an aspect of education which interests them. Topics are like to relate to educational policy, provision, practice, theory or the curriculum.
Learning Outcomes

i. Knowledge and Understanding
In their independent study students will develop a knowledge and understanding of the topic identified in their study



ii. Skills
1)       Organisation: time management, planning, gathering and structuring information
2)       Learning independently: library and information skills, the collection and evaluation of data
3)       Writing: planning, drafting, editing and revising, literature review
Evaluation: evaluation of source materials, analysis, justifying their own emerging critical stance
Learning and Teaching Activities Students will receive individual guidance on their choice of topic and support during planning and implementation
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 100% Coursework: Standard: 3000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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