This module provides an opportunity for critically reflection upon and evaluation of educational activities within the workplace. This will enable assessment of the quality of teaching through peer evaluation and personal reflection, which will be linked to educational theory and concepts. The module is practically orientated and will draw upon insights from a number of teaching interactions including a video critique. This will enable detailed evaluation of the teaching styles, personal and professional preferences/qualities that shape the delivery of learning. This will include consideration of the diversity of learner characteristics and matters of equality and inclusion. It will also offer insights into the breadth of relational and contextual factors that shape teaching delivery. This will provide a platform for structured reflections upon how practice can be developed in the future to enhance the learning experience for students.

The primary learning strategy utilised within this module is independent learning. The foundation and direction for your learning will be through the virtual learning environment, Blackboard. This will direct you to the key content and theoretical concepts. It provides a platform for your independent reading and reflection upon how the theory can be applied to your own teaching practice.

A variety of sources will be utilised, including narrated PowerPoint presentations as well as more interactive activities such as identification of your own learning style, formative quizzes, article critique, and online discussion forums.

Your practical experience of teaching in health or social care settings will be the basis for reflection and discussion in the online discussion forums; you will be encouraged to reflect on your teaching strategies and student feedback.

Scheduled teaching and learning activities (10):
Online Lectures, videos, interactive discussion and tutorials

Guided independent study hours (190):
Online tasks and discussion (10)

Assignment writing, reading and researching (180)

Module Learning Outcome
1. To evaluate the complexity of teaching interactions and how they are shaped by a breadth of dispositional, relational and contextual factors.
University Learning Outcome
Analysis

Module Learning Outcome
2. To demonstrate an understanding of how key theories and concepts relate to practical dimensions of teaching practice and contexts of learning.
University Learning Outcome
Analysis; Knowledge and Understanding

Module Learning Outcome
3. To critically reflect upon your own teaching delivery and how this relates to the engagement of students and support of their learning.
University Learning Outcome
Application; Reflection

Module Learning Outcome
4. To identify and convey how your teaching practice can be developed to generate optimal learning experiences and outcomes for students.
University Learning Outcome
Communication; Problem-Solving

For successful completion of this module, you are required to have access to your own computer and good internet access.

Bassot, B. (2015) The Reflective Practice Guide: An interdisciplinary approach to critical reflection. London: Routledge.

Bovill, C. (2020) Co-creating Learning and Teaching: Towards relational pedagogy in higher education. St Albans: Critical Publishing.

O'Leary, M. (2020) Classroom Observation: A guide to the effective observation of teaching and learning. London: Routledge.

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This module provides you with an opportunity for critically reflection upon and evaluation of your educational activities within the workplace. This will enable assessment of the quality of your teaching through peer evaluation and personal reflection, which will be linked to educational theory and concepts. The module is practically orientated and will draw upon your insights from a number of teaching interactions. This will enable detailed consideration of the teaching styles, personal and professional preferences/qualities that shape the delivery of learning. This will include consideration of the diversity of learner characteristics and matters of equality and inclusion. This will provide a platform for your personal reflections upon how your practice can be developed in the future to enhance the learning experience of your students.

A 4,000-word critical reflection upon examples of the student’s own teaching practice.

This assignment will demonstrate achievement of all learning outcomes (1-4) for this module (weighted 100%).

The critical reflection will comprise the following written evaluations, within a portfolio of practice:

An evaluation of one teaching session undertaken in the workplace, based on learner feedback.

An evaluation of one teaching session undertaken in the workplace, based on peer observation.

A critique of a teaching session that has been video recorded.

An action plan for personal and professional development needs in relation to your teaching practice.

The portfolio will include supplementary evidence, including lesson plans, evaluation forms, peer observation feedback, video footage and any other relevant sources.

Formative guidance will be provided in Blackboard forums, email and MS Teams/telephone tutorials.