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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Supporting Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Reference DEM022 Version 2
Created March 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved January 2015 SCQF Points 15
Amended September 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To enable the student to demonstrate a deep and critical understanding of specific aspects of effective teaching, learning support methods, assessment and student learning. To meet the requirements of Descriptor 1 of the UK Professional Standards Framework.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Critically discuss key aspects of teaching, supporting learning and assessment.
2 Critically apply pedagogic knowledge to selected teaching practice (areas of activity).
3 Critically examine their role in teaching, supporting learning and assessment with respect of appropriate knowledge and demonstrating commitment to professional values.
4 Evaluate effectiveness and implications of quality assurance and quality enhancement for professional development.

Indicative Module Content
Effective teaching practices [K2] and methods: concepts of teaching and learning [K3]; design and planning [A1]; support [A2]; assessment [A3]; learning environments [A4]; subject [K1] and pedagogic scholarship [V3] contexts. Facilitating student learning [V2]: how students learn [K3/V1]; learning technologies [K4]; learning environments [A4]; study skills [A2]; professional values [V1-V4]. Professional development [A5]: role [V4]; development; evaluation [K5]; quality assurance and enhancement K6].

Module Delivery
This module will be delivered via a range of face to face and online methods.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours N/A 30
Non-Contact Hours N/A 100
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A 20
TOTAL N/A 150
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body   20

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Coursework evidencing engagement in professional development comprising: position statement, accounts of engagement of UKPSF, mapping to UKPSF, evidence of peer review

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Please note you have to meet ALL four of the learning outcomes in order to PASS the module as per the Marking Grid. Throughout the submission explicit reference must be made to the appropriate UKPSF Dimensions of Practice. A pass must be achieved in all elements of the coursework to pass the module.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
Pass pass
Fail fail
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module SCQF Level 11 entry requirements (refer Regulation A2: Admission) or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

~Applicants are expected to be currently working to deliver teaching and support for learning at higher education levels and to complete a practice log of 20 hours.

~The items [A1] refer to the Dimensions of the UK Professional Standards Framework.

~All students should record their teaching practice (preparation and delivery) to support critical reflection.

~Successful completion of this module will evidence achievement and success at UK Professional Standards Framework Descriptor 1 and lead to the award of Associate Fellow.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 BIGGS, J. and TANG, C., 2011. Teaching for quality learning at university: what the student does. 4th ed. Maidenhead: Society for Research into Higher Education and Open University Press.
2 FRY, H., KETTERIDGE, S. and MARSHALL, S., 2014. A handbook for teaching and learning in higher education: enhancing academic practice. 4th ed. Hoboken: Taylor and Francis
3 RACE, P., 2015. The lecturer's toolkit: A practical guide to assessment, learning and teaching. 4th ed. London: Routledge.
4 RAMSDEN, P., 2003. Learning to Teach in Higher Education. 2nd ed. London: Routledge/Falmer.
5 ADVANCE HE, 2011. The UK Professional Standards Framework for teaching and supporting learning in higher education 2011. Available from: https://www.advance-he.ac.uk/knowledge-hub/uk-professional-standards-framework-ukpsf

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