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EDL201: Contemporary Issues in Education

Module Title Contemporary Issues in Education
Module Code EDL201
Module Tutor Jennie Murray
School Institute of Education and Public Services
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites Before taking this module you must pass EDL101
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description The module aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of current national and local developments in primary education. Students will gain knowledge of resource rich learning, the creative curriculum, English as an additional language, and social, emotional and affective learning. They will learn how to transact this curriculum with all pupils through inclusive practice, and how to direct the work of other adults who support teaching and learning.
Indicative Syllabus The content of this module will focus on developing an understanding of current national and local developments in primary education. The module will include a study of inclusion, English as an additional language, aspects of SEN, assessment and ways to promote best practice through mentoring and coaching.
Learning Outcomes i. Knowledge and Understanding
By the end of the module students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of emerging significant issues and trends in education;
2. Demonstrate an awareness of some of the ethical, practical and social consequences of these trends.

ii. Skills
By the end of the module students should have developed skills in:
1. Evaluating the implications of such issues and trends for their work in classroom and extended school contexts;
2. Developing inclusive practice through a range of strategies;
3. Directing the work of other adults who support teaching and learning.
Learning and Teaching Activities Staff/student contact: 20% (lectures/workshops/tutorials/WebCT)
Student directed learning: 60%
Work based learning: 20%
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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