Core modules:
- Practice of Teaching (30 credits)
Immerse yourself in teaching institutions to develop professional knowledge about teaching and learning, to make judgements about the routines, skills and strategies that support effective teaching. Gain a variety of experience in a work-based learning environment to meet Professional Standards identified in Government legislation, consistently and over a sustained period of time.
- Observing And Assessing Young Children’s Learning And Literacy Development (30 credits)
Develop an understanding of the role of observing, assessing, and reporting in young children’s learning, with a focus on phonological development. Identify and evaluate different assessment techniques and analyse different ways of reporting children’s progress effectively to parents and professionals.
- A Critical Analysis of a Curriculum for the Early Years (30 credits)
Evaluate ways in which the curriculum you currently work with relates to theoretical models of an Early Years curriculum and identify strengths and limitations. Critically consider how key themes of the curriculum you work with affect the quality of the educational experiences and holistic development of children. Explore the impact of culture and society on the curriculum and evaluate the way in which competing demands of different social worlds can influence content and processes. Examine how children of all abilities from different backgrounds can access the curriculum on an equal basis.
- Negotiated Individual Study In Early Years Teaching (30 credits)
Undertake a piece of independent academic study related to your professional development in leading change and engage in intellectual challenge and dialogue. Develop both general and specific knowledge and skills, identifying the key skills that will enhance your ability to transfer learning to further study and to the workplace.
Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.
