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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Application Of Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Reference	NUM068	Version	2
Created	May 2017	SCQF Level	SCQF 11
Approved	January 2015	SCQF Points	30
Amended	September 2017	ECTS Points	15

Aims of Module
To enable the student to demonstrate competent professional practice in the context of learning, teaching and assessment and provide evidence of the application and achievement of NMC and HEA standards for teachers of higher education.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1	Critically evaluate the achievement of NMC (2008) competencies and standards to support learning and assessment in practice.
2	Critically evaluate the achievement of the UKPSF (2011) dimensions at Descriptor 2 level for teaching and supporting learning in higher education in the practice setting.
3	Critically reflect on the application of DEM022 and DEM033 theory through teaching practice in a variety of contexts and environments.
4	Critically evaluate the effectiveness of teaching, learning and assessment through action research whilst taking cognisance of UKPSF (2011) Dimensions areas of activity and NMC (2008) competencies.

Indicative Module Content
NMC (2008) Standards to support learning and assessment in practice; UK Professional Standards Framework (2011); Needs assessment of a range of clinical practice teaching; Portfolio recording of evidence, IT, evaluation of teaching, reflection and feedback on teaching; The concept of work based learning within teaching practice; Action research; The application of approaches to teaching and learning; Facilitation of student learning, learning environments and assessment.

Indicative Module Content

NMC (2008) Standards to support learning and assessment in practice; UK Professional Standards Framework (2011); Needs assessment of a range of clinical practice teaching; Portfolio recording of evidence, IT, evaluation of teaching, reflection and feedback on teaching; The concept of work based learning within teaching practice; Action research; The application of approaches to teaching and learning; Facilitation of student learning, learning environments and assessment.

Module Delivery
Work based teaching as negotiated through needs assessment and supported by Supervising Teacher facilitation. A range of methods via face to face and online activities.

Indicative Student Workload	Full Time	Part Time
Contact Hours	30	30
Non-Contact Hours	200	200
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours	70	70
TOTAL	300	300
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body	360	360

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:	ePortfolio

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The module is assessed by an ePortfolio.
Module Grade	Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A	C1 = A
B	C1 = B
C	C1 = C
D	C1 = D
E	C1 = E
F	C1 = F
NS	Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module	The student must be a registered nurse or midwife, having completed at least 3 years post registration experience and have extended their professional knowledge relevant to their field of practice to at least first degree.
Corequisites for module	DEM022 and DEM033
Precluded Modules	None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
The scope and content of the teaching practice will be individualised according to the student's personal needs to enable them to meet the standards required. All students should record their teaching practice (preparation and delivery) to support critical reflection. Students are required to accumulate a minimum of 360 hours over the duration of the award of Postgraduate Certificate. Full time students are expected to complete in 2 years; part time students in 4 years. In either case, students cannot complete in less than one year.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

The scope and content of the teaching practice will be individualised according to the student's personal needs to enable them to meet the standards required. All students should record their teaching practice (preparation and delivery) to support critical reflection. Students are required to accumulate a minimum of 360 hours over the duration of the award of Postgraduate Certificate. Full time students are expected to complete in 2 years; part time students in 4 years. In either case, students cannot complete in less than one year.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1	BIGGS, J. and TANG, C., 2011. Teaching for quality learning at university. 4th ed. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Education.
2	MORTIBOYS, A., 2011. How to be an Effective Teacher in Higher Education. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Education.
3	NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL (NMC), 2008. Standards to support learning and assessment in practice. London: NMC.
4	PETTY, G., 2004. Teaching today. 3rd ed. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
5	HIGHER EDUCATION ACADEMY, GUILD HE and UNIVERSITIES UK, 2011. The UK professional standards framework for teaching and supporting learning in higher education. York: Higher Education Academy.

Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

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