The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 300 learning hours (including assessment). This will include 24 hours of class support and 276 hours of independent and self directed study.

The class sessions will delivered in 8 x 3 hr study blocks, to cover the key aspects of the module content and the type of formative feedback available both through Moodle and the Module Tutor, as well as group and personal tutorials. The summative assessment will also be explained.

Students are expected to regularly engage with the blended learning material on Moodle, by working through the material. This will include reading the material, undertaking additional research and formative exercises to reinforce the learning. Students will have additional support from the Module Tutor via email and phone.

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This module requires students to propose, design and obtain approval to undertake an extended project through negotiation with their tutor and workplace/work-based learning provider as appropriate. The project will focus on an area of interest related to criminal justice and must result in constructive recommendations for positive change. The module will introduce models of change and project management as students are supported through a process of project proposal, approval, initiation, implementation and evaluation.

Students are expected to integrate their knowledge and skills of criminal justice and/or offender management and relate them to relevant, contemporary volunteering/workplace practices. The module is designed to meet individual learning and development needs and be directly relevant to the student's practice and career.

Crucially, this module will also reinforce the ethical considerations of working with others during projects, research and work-based learning, and the essential need to safeguard vulnerable people at all times. These include gaining informed consent from participants, confidentially, the right to withdraw, data protection and briefing and debriefing. All assignments will be subject to Staffordshire University's ethical approval process.

Students will not be permitted to involve offenders, or any individuals defined as vulnerable by Staffordshire University ethical guidelines, in their projects.

Summative
Project Proposal 20% (1,000 words) Learning Outcome 1

Submit a proposal for approval outlining your project aims, objectives and methodology.

Project report 50% (3,000 words) Learning Outcomes 2 and 4

The report should consider benefits of and barriers to change and include constructive recommendations based on the results of your project investigation. Your report should include a reflective statement addressing how completing the project has contributed to your personal and professional development.

Display presentation 30% Learning Outcome 3

You will design a display presentation containing visual elements (e.g. a poster presentation) that effectively communicates key findings, recommendations and conclusions.

Formative
A series of formative exercises will be completed during contact sessions to ensure thorough understanding of the issues related to project choice, design and execution. Students will receive feedback on project plans and assignment drafts during tutorials.