Module Descriptors
WORKING WITH AND IN SCHOOLS
CYMI40316
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Cheetham R (2004) Collective Worship Issues and Opportunities London, SPCK.
Charter A and Marchant G (2008) Top Tips: Every Child Matters in School and Church. Bletchley, Scripture Union.
Copley T (2000) Spiritual Development in the State School. Exeter, UEP.
Jackson L (2003) Effective Schools Work Eastbourne, Kingsway.
Charter A and Marchant G (2008) Top Tips: Every Child Matters in School and Church. Bletchley, Scripture Union.
Copley T (2000) Spiritual Development in the State School. Exeter, UEP.
Jackson L (2003) Effective Schools Work Eastbourne, Kingsway.
Module Learning Strategies
This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the professional practice work place will help develop professional skills.
Module Indicative Content
This module will enable students to understand the principles of working as a Christian youth worker working with and in schools with pupils age 13-19, and will provide the knowledge and understanding for such work.
This module will cover:
a) the historical development of schools and the influence of the church and individual Christians on the formation of education today
b) youth work approaches to education and personal development
c) an understanding of both formal and informal educational work
d) legal, ethical and practical implications of working in schools
This module will cover:
a) the historical development of schools and the influence of the church and individual Christians on the formation of education today
b) youth work approaches to education and personal development
c) an understanding of both formal and informal educational work
d) legal, ethical and practical implications of working in schools
Module Additional Assessment Details
Coursework (100%), students will be expected to complete both parts (3000 words total)
Choose one of these three activities and produce a 3000 word reflective account of the planning, delivery and evaluation of the chosen activity including theological reflection. Include the plan and an observation by a member of staff as appendices.
1) Prepare and present an assembly or lesson on a given topic.
0R
2) Prepare and present an extra-curricular activity on a given topic.
OR
3) Prepare a written record of a chaplaincy or pastoral activity within school.
Assess Learning Outcomes 1-4
Choose one of these three activities and produce a 3000 word reflective account of the planning, delivery and evaluation of the chosen activity including theological reflection. Include the plan and an observation by a member of staff as appendices.
1) Prepare and present an assembly or lesson on a given topic.
0R
2) Prepare and present an extra-curricular activity on a given topic.
OR
3) Prepare a written record of a chaplaincy or pastoral activity within school.
Assess Learning Outcomes 1-4
Module Resources
Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer helpers
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer helpers