The programme will build a repertoire of skills such as preparing schemes of work and effective lesson planning. It will relate theory from subject and professional studies to classroom practice. Assessment Programme module assignments Evaluation of the school experience Assessment will be through a variety of methods from formal essays to school work files. There are no examinations. It is suitable for intending teachers or trainers and those teaching in FE and Adult Education.
Emphasis is placed on the links between practice and theory.
Qualified in specialism with a degree, Higher National Diploma, Advanced City and Guilds Certificate or RSA Stage 3, or equivalent. The Business School offers training for these TDLB trainer and assessor awards on an ad hoc basis, for candidates as individuals or in groups. Each module can be completed in one term. Modules are designed to be school and classroom focused and allow teachers to use their daily experience as a teacher or manager as a key part of the study. Students who choose not to submit a dissertation, may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Education on successful completion of four modules.