A PORTFOLIO 2000 words weighted at 50% (This will assess learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5)

An ESSAY 2000 words weighted at 50% (This will assess learning outcomes 1, 2, 5)

Key Information Data:
100% coursework

The module will include an introduction to child development and human development theories and including physical, social, emotional, spiritual and personal development. It will consider the factors that influence the development of self-esteem and identity and the key influences of life events, family and community.

It will consider the range of work that is undertaken by a range of organisations working with children and the different contexts in which this takes place. This will go on to explore the current influences that there are on work with children. It will consider the current position of formal education in relation to less formal work with children. Throughout the module students will be encouraged contextualise theory by reflecting on their work practice or observational placement visits.

The module will explore the value of play, play work and the relevant National Occupational Standards relevant to working with children along with a student self-assessment of their skills in working with children.

It will include a student arranged visit to an organisation that works with children and reflection upon this linking theory to practice.

This module incorporates three inter-related learning strategies. These are:

1. Tutor led sessions which will give students an overview of the requirements of the module and the key theories and concepts relating to work with children (30 hours). Teaching methods used will include lectures, group work, experiential learning and class discussions.

2. The module will also require students to apply their learning in practice through undertaking 75 hours of placement.

3. The independent study hours will allow for reading and research in relation to the module as well as reflection on their work practice in relation to work with children. (195 hours) Students will also be required to undertake a visit to an agency that is specifically working with children and reflect on their learning from this.

Key Information Data:
10% scheduled learning and teaching activities
65% guided independent learning
25% placement

Library
Access to computer and internet
The Blackboard virtual learning environment [where relevant] will be available to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

Adams, R. (2011) Working with Children and Families: Knowledge and Contexts for Practice. London. Palgrave Macmillan
Conraidie, L and Golding, T (2013) The short guide to working with children and young people. Bristol. Policy Press
Kassam, D. Murphy, L. and Taylor, E. (2010) Key issues in childhood and youth studies. London. Routledge.

1. OUTLINE STAGES OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND RELEVANT CHILD DEVELOPMENT THEORIES
Knowledge & Understanding

2. IDENTIFY A RANGE OF INFLUENCES ON YOUR WORK PRACTICE OR OBSERVATION PLACEMENT AND THE IMPACT OF THESE ON THE SERVICES PROVIDED
Application

3. DESCRIBE A RANGE OF APPROACHES TO WORK WITH CHILDREN AND THE VALUE OF THESE IN RELATION TO CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Enquiry

4. RECOGNISE ETHICAL AND ANTI-OPPRESSIVE PRACTICE IN WORK WITH CHILDREN
Application

5. DEMONSTRATE GOOD WRITTEN AND VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Communication