This module focuses on how to design and facilitate effective learning, particularly within more 'managed' settings, for example in lectures, seminars, skills-based sessions and one-to-one tutorials. Through two face-to-face study days and online learning, students are introduced to a range of practical and theoretical concepts. These concepts inform students, for example, on how to write effective learning outcomes, how to create teaching sessions which reflect particular types of learning, and how to choose appropriate learning, teaching and assessment activities. Students take part in tutor and student-led sessions, developing  knowledge and skills which are transferable to their own practice and context.

Module Aims

MA1 - Develop a scholarly approach to planning and delivering teaching and learning activities

MA2 - Base teaching practice on sound theoretical principles

MA3 - Develop as reflective teaching practitioners

Module Learning Outcomes

LO1 - Describe clear learning outcomes with reference to established learning taxonomies

LO2 - Plan and facilitate a teaching session applying the principle of constructive alignment and informed by learning theory

LO3 - Reflect on their own teaching session to critically evaluate it and plan improvements

LO4 - Critically evaluate their peer's teaching and learning practices by considering the principle of constructive alignment and learning theory

Assessment

• An account of their own taught session including their learning outcomes, chosen approach and intentions, with a reflective commentary - 2,400 words

• Evaluations of a peer teaching session as a sample of critical application of theory to practice - 1,600 words

Credits

20