Education

Educating Children and Young People: Linking Theory and Professional Skills

Module code: X3257
Level 5
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Workshop
Assessment modes: Essay, Group presentation

This module provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills for working with young people to explore different justice issues relevant to their lives. You will engage with a range of theories and pedagogical approaches that seek to establish democratic, inclusive and participatory forms of education.

The module emphasises professional responsibility, collaboration, reflective practice and safeguarding of young people. You will research, design and deliver Personal, Social, Health Education (PSHE) sessions with secondary school students. These will focus on building relationships that embrace difference (not discriminate or exclude). You will do this by engaging with issues relevant to the young people’s lives and, where relevant, linking local lives to others on the planet.

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of different pedagogical approaches in order to apply to educational interactions
• Critically evaluate the opportunities, challenges, strengths and weaknesses of different pedagogic approaches.
• Reflect on the development of a personal position on the application of different pedagogical approaches and an emerging professional identity.
• Share, reflect, and communicate ideas using written, oral and visual means, making use of appropriate ICT.