Module Descriptors
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ORGB40300
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Rune By
Email: R.T.By@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 33
Independent Study Hours: 117
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ACTION PLAN weighted at 40%
- REFLECTIVE LOG weighted at 60%
Module Details
Module Resources
On-line access to materials on VLE
Module Learning Strategies
Taught sessions: 33 hours
Reading and independent study: 117 hours
Reading and independent study: 117 hours
Module Indicative Content
LO1 Models of continuous professional development, eg reflective practice , the learning cycle; personal development plans; intrinsic motivation and commitment to lifelong learning; requirements from professional bodies
LO2 Academic writing and referencing skills.
LO3 Appropriate models of reflective practice and their relevance in specific contexts.
LO2 Academic writing and referencing skills.
LO3 Appropriate models of reflective practice and their relevance in specific contexts.
Module Texts
Pedler, M., Burgoyne, J., and Boydell, T. (2006) A Manager's Guide to Self Development 5th edition London McGraw Hill
Megginson, D. and Whittaker, V. (2007) Continuing Professional Development 2nd edition London CIPD
Moon, J. (2000) Reflection in Learning and Professional Development; Theory and Practice Routledge Falmer
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (2009) Identifying Learning and Training Needs [on-line] fact sheet London :CIPD available at: www.cipd.co.uk/onlineinfodocuments/atozresources.htm
Megginson, D. and Whittaker, V. (2007) Continuing Professional Development 2nd edition London CIPD
Moon, J. (2000) Reflection in Learning and Professional Development; Theory and Practice Routledge Falmer
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (2009) Identifying Learning and Training Needs [on-line] fact sheet London :CIPD available at: www.cipd.co.uk/onlineinfodocuments/atozresources.htm
Module Additional Assessment Details
An action plan and rationale (LO1) equivalent to 1000 words, Weighting 40%
Reflection record on progress against action plan in relation to both academic and professional development (LO2 and LO3) 2000 words Weighting 60%
All learning outcomes are covered by two assessment methods. Students must attempt all assessments and achieve an overall pass grade for the module.
It is envisaged that the action plan is submitted in teaching block 1 and therefore provides an opportunity for formative feedback. The reflection would be submitted at the end of teaching block 2.
Reflection record on progress against action plan in relation to both academic and professional development (LO2 and LO3) 2000 words Weighting 60%
All learning outcomes are covered by two assessment methods. Students must attempt all assessments and achieve an overall pass grade for the module.
It is envisaged that the action plan is submitted in teaching block 1 and therefore provides an opportunity for formative feedback. The reflection would be submitted at the end of teaching block 2.