Module Descriptors
CURRENT ISSUES IN CHILD HEALTH AND WELLBEING
ECST40059
Key Facts
Faculty of Business, Education and Law
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Carol Hayes
Email: C.HAYES@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 75%
- POSTER weighted at 25%
Module Details
Module Resources
Multi media classroom resources, learning resource centre, internet and access to tutor
Module Learning Strategies
The learning strategies will require students to commit 150 learning hours of which 30 hours will consist of contact time (3x10).
The teaching strategies will employ a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, one to one tutorials, presentations and case study observations. Peer group discussion will allow students to share ideas and experiences and will encourage reflection and evaluation. Practical examples will be used and peer observation and feedback will be encouraged.
A key aspect of the learning strategy is the direct involvement of employers and work based learning. This is particularly effective as it give students realistic, hands on experiences and develops skills relevant to the employers needs. This will improve the students experience and professional confidence providing the student with invaluable skills in planning, management and leadership.
The teaching strategies will employ a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, one to one tutorials, presentations and case study observations. Peer group discussion will allow students to share ideas and experiences and will encourage reflection and evaluation. Practical examples will be used and peer observation and feedback will be encouraged.
A key aspect of the learning strategy is the direct involvement of employers and work based learning. This is particularly effective as it give students realistic, hands on experiences and develops skills relevant to the employers needs. This will improve the students experience and professional confidence providing the student with invaluable skills in planning, management and leadership.
Module Texts
Hall, D.M.B., (2006), Health for all Children (4th Ed), Oxford, Oxford University Press.
Jones, P., Moss, D.,Tomlinson and Welch S., (2008), Childhood Services and Provision for Children, Essex, Pearson
Ouvry, M. (2003), Exercising Muscles and Minds, GB, Early years Network
Rudolf, M. and Levene, M., (2006), Paediatrics and Child Health, Oxford, Blackwell Publications.
Van Dorp, F, and Simon, C., (2007), Child Health, Oxford, OGPL.
Jones, P., Moss, D.,Tomlinson and Welch S., (2008), Childhood Services and Provision for Children, Essex, Pearson
Ouvry, M. (2003), Exercising Muscles and Minds, GB, Early years Network
Rudolf, M. and Levene, M., (2006), Paediatrics and Child Health, Oxford, Blackwell Publications.
Van Dorp, F, and Simon, C., (2007), Child Health, Oxford, OGPL.
Module Indicative Content
The module will examine the major demographic, social, behavioural and medical developments which have occurred historically and which have been reflected in the health of the childhood population in the UK today. In particular students will evaluate the evidence for an increase in prevalence of mental and emotional problems, asthma, obesity and eating disorders. Students will reflect upon the effects of socio-economic inequalities on conditions such as childhood cancers, AIDS related illnesses and childhood morbidity. Students will evaluate the definition of the various models of health and health care.
Students will study the relationship between child development, physical play and sensible risk management of the play provision, to allow children an opportunity to engage with an acceptable level of risk and challenge.
Students will critically analyse current surveillance/screening programmes and health care promotion, including disease prevention, taking a holistic view of the health and developmental needs of the child.
Students will study the relationship between child development, physical play and sensible risk management of the play provision, to allow children an opportunity to engage with an acceptable level of risk and challenge.
Students will critically analyse current surveillance/screening programmes and health care promotion, including disease prevention, taking a holistic view of the health and developmental needs of the child.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Summative Assessment:
1. Write a short essay. (Weighting 75%) (1,500 words)
(LOs 1,2,3,4,6)
2. Prepare a poster. (Approx 750 words) (Weighting 25%) (LO 1,5)
Formative Assessment will take place throughout the module in the form of informal observations, questioning, discussion, group work and attendance monitoring. Regular feedback, from the module tutor and through the personal tutor system, will take place. A draft of the essay question will be reviewed at appropriate times throughout the modules.
1. Write a short essay. (Weighting 75%) (1,500 words)
(LOs 1,2,3,4,6)
2. Prepare a poster. (Approx 750 words) (Weighting 25%) (LO 1,5)
Formative Assessment will take place throughout the module in the form of informal observations, questioning, discussion, group work and attendance monitoring. Regular feedback, from the module tutor and through the personal tutor system, will take place. A draft of the essay question will be reviewed at appropriate times throughout the modules.