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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Learning in the Workplace I
Reference HS2103 Version 5
Created April 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved June 2010 SCQF Points 15
Amended June 2021 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
This module aims to provide students with experiential learning opportunities during which they can apply existing knowledge and skills through engagement with a meaningful practical placement experience.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Prepare appropriate sessions to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills in external partners.
2 Demonstrate professionalism when working with peers and external partners.
3 Use reflective practice to identify learning and future learning needs related to placement experiences.
4 Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice.

Indicative Module Content
Application of coaching theory; session plans and delivery; communities of practice; professional skills; work-related experiences; reflective practice

Module Delivery
This is a work based learning module. This module comprises preparatory training followed by a work placement. Each student will undertake a course appointed role in the workplace for a period of 4 weeks.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 8 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 30 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours 112 N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body 112  

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
Description: Portfolio
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 0% Outcomes Assessed: 4
Description: Minimal module attendance requirement of 80%

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80%
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass
B Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass
C Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass
D Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass
E Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass
F Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stage One of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Students will not normally be allowed to go out on placement unless their attendance for semester 1 and 2 modules and the pre placement training sessions is above 80%. Students will be expected to obtain a satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure) prior to starting the workplace learning hours. For more details about the PVG scheme please visit: www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 KNOWLES, Z., GILBOURNE, D., CROPLEY, B. and DUGDILL, L., 2014. Reflective Practice in the Sport and Exercise Sciences: Contemporary Issues. Oxon: Routledge.
2 BASSOT, B. 2020. The Reflective Journal. 3rd Ed. London: Red Globe Press
3 NASH, C., 2014. Practical Sports Coaching. Oxon: Routledge.
4 DEBELL, D. 2016. Public Health for Children. 2nd Ed. Florida : CRC Press
5 LYLE, J. and CUSHION, C., 2017. Sport coaching concepts: A framework for coaching practice. 2nd Ed. London: Routledge.


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