Education in Practice 1A: Learning and Values EDUC1109P

  • Academic Session: 2024-25
  • School: School of Education
  • Credits: 15
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 1
  • Available to Visiting Students: Yes
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No

Short Description

Education in Practice is where educational theory and practice combine. Key educational themes are pursued across each of the four years with increasing demand and complexity as the degree progresses. Education in Practice 1A introduces students to foundational aspects of initial teacher education. Literature on effective learning and teaching and a range of key professional issues are considered, through the introduction of theories of learning, pedagogical perspectives, professional identity, values and Standard for Provisional Registration. The importance of reflective professional learning is introduced as students examine their own historical ontology and begin to critique their own development as learners.

Timetable

A blend of lectures and seminars. Typically 1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour seminar weekly.

Requirements of Entry

MEduc MANDATORY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: AAAB - First Sitting; AAABB - Second Sitting

Visiting Students:

Excluded Courses

N/A

Co-requisites

N/A

Assessment

Assessment

This course will be assessed by means of a written assignment, including an essay and an online test which demonstrates the student's understanding of how educational and learning theory relates to practice.

Main Assessment In: December

Course Aims

The aim of this course is to introduce students to core material in the area of education and learning theories to develop critical, analytical and reflective skills through reading, writing and discussion. Students will have opportunities to challenge personal assumptions, values and beliefs about learning and education as well as make connections between learning theories and their own development as a learner through personal and professional reflection. 

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

1. Explore theories of learning and cognition

2. Describe the social, political and cultural influences upon learners and learning

3. Identify how previous learning can shape personal and professional identity and values

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course summative assessment.  Students must have an 80% attendance at lectures and seminars.