Module Descriptors
PREPARING TO TEACH IN THE LIFELONG LEARNING SECTOR
EDUC40165
Key Facts
Institute of Education
Level 4
0 credits
Contact
Leader: Lynnette Machin
Email: L.B.Machin@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 60
Total Learning Hours: 90
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module introduces concepts of teaching and learning. The importance of lesson planning, using appropriate assessment mechanisms and being aware of roles, responsibilities and boundaries are considered, explored and demonstrated.
Module Learning Strategies
During this module you will participate in a range of teaching and learning strategies, for example: Discussions, individual and group tasks, presentations, observation of experienced practitioners;
workshop activities, reading and research, blended learning, guest speakers, demonstration of own practice, reflection and self assessment.
Module Resources
www.thosewhocan.co.uk
www.lluk.org.uk
Times Education Supplement
Guardian
Blackboard
College Moodle
Module Texts
Armitage, A., Bryant, R., Dunnill, R., Hayes, D., Hudson, A., Kent, J., Lawes, S. and Renwick, M. (2003) Teaching and Learning in Post-Compulsory Education; Buckingham, Open University Press, 2nd edition.
FAWBERT F (ed) (2003) Teaching in Post Compulsory Education, London, Continuum
PETTY, G (2004) Teaching Today (3rd edition), Cheltenham, Stanley Thornes
REECE I WALKER S (2006) Teaching, Training and Learning, Sunderland, Business Education
WALKLIN L (1990) Teaching and Learning in Further and Adult Education, London, Thornes
Module Additional Assessment Details
Learning outcomes will be assessed through a portfolio containing:
1. A professional perception or professional context statement (LO1) (750 words)
2. A plan for a taught session with 250 word commentary and evaluation (LO 2,3,4,5)
3. A report from Mentor/Tutor on an observation of your teaching. (LO1,2,3,4,5)
4. A reflective commentary forming part of your Individual Learning Plan (ILP) reviewing your professional learning from the module (LO1,2,3,4,5) (500 words)

All assessment tasks must be passed at the required level 4.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Values and commitments included in this unit:
AS1; AS3; AS4;
BS1; BS2; BS3; BS4; BS5;
CS1; CS2; CS3;
DS1; DS2;
ES1;
FS1; FS4;

Standards included in this unit:
AK1.1; AP1.1; AK3.1; AP3.1; AK4.2; AP4.2
BK1.1; BP1.1; BK1.2; BP1.2; BK2.1; PB2.1; BK2.2; BP2.2; BK2.3; BP2.3; BK2.4; BP2.4; BK2.5; BP2.5; BK2.6; BP2.6; BK3.1; BP3.1; BK3.2; BP3.2; BK3.3; BP3.3;
CK1.1; CP1.1; CK2.1; CP2.1; CK3.1; CP3.1; CK3.2; CP3.2; CK3.3; CP3.3; CK3.4; CP3.4; CK3.5; CP3.5
DK1.1; DP1.1; DK1.2; DP1.2; DK1.3; DP1.3; DK2.1; DK2.2; DP2.1; DP2.2;
EK1.1; EP1.1
FK1.1; FP1.1; FK1.2 FP1.2; FK4.2; FP4.2