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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Learning in Practice 2: Reflexivity In and On Practice (Residential Child Care)
Reference SS3075 Version 3
Created February 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 9
Approved January 2016 SCQF Points 15
Amended February 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To utilise the placement opportunity to apply the theory and knowledge base to practice with children through purposeful activities. To engage in reflective and critical analysis of use of self, relationships and personal and professional growth over the practice experience.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Reflect on their use of self.
2 Purposefully apply theory and creative interventions in practice with children.
3 Evaluate the depth and quality of relationships developed with children throughout the duration of the placement.
4 Plan for further personal and professional growth.

Indicative Module Content
Purposeful activity. Innovation and change. Theory, practice and critical reflection on use of self. Communication. Skill development. Expectations and knowledge of the professional, personal and private domains of practice. Improvement in practice. Safe care. Group care. Professional and ethical dilemmas. Law and social policy. Relational understanding of working within the Life Space. Continuing professional development. Research. Analysis and evaluation. Evidence based practice. Values. Inter-disciplinary practice. Codes of practice. Mentoring and supervision. Workforce development. Developing learning cultures. CPD.

Module Delivery
This module is based on directed and private study supplemented by lectures and tutorials and is associated with a period of direct learning in practice. Introductory lectures are linked to course materials.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours N/A 10
Non-Contact Hours N/A 70
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A 70
TOTAL N/A 150
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body   70

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: All learning outcomes will be assessed by a reflective essay.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
This Module is assessed by a single component reflective essay. To pass this module, students must obtain a minimum grade of D.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Satisfactory completion of all Stage 2 modules or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Smith, H. and Smith, M. K., 2008. The Art of Helping Others: Being Around, Being There, Being Wise. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
2 Smith, M., 2009. Rethinking residential child care: Positive perspectives. Bristol: Policy press.
3 Moss, P. and Petrie, P., 2002. From Children’s Services to Children’s Spaces. London: Routledge/Falmer.


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