Module Descriptors
CONTEMPORARY PRACTICE IN WORKING WITH CHILDREN IN CARE
SOWK40268
Key Facts
School of Health, Science and Wellbeing
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Martin Partridge
Email: M.Partridge@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 35
Independent Study Hours: 115
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
Students will prepare a portfolio of 2000 words that will include:
- 1500 words Critical Incident Analysis drawn from their practice
- 500 words Self Assessment and Slot Analysis that focuses on their skills and knowledge as practitioners and areas for continuous professional development. This will be completed in conjunction with the student's line manager and the module tutor.
Both elements of the portfolio need to be completed and passed.
Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Formative Assessment will be based on the learners developing an assignment plan and sharing this with peers and the teaching team through the assignment workshop.
- 1500 words Critical Incident Analysis drawn from their practice
- 500 words Self Assessment and Slot Analysis that focuses on their skills and knowledge as practitioners and areas for continuous professional development. This will be completed in conjunction with the student's line manager and the module tutor.
Both elements of the portfolio need to be completed and passed.
Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Formative Assessment will be based on the learners developing an assignment plan and sharing this with peers and the teaching team through the assignment workshop.
Module Indicative Content
This module forms part of the award structure of the University Certificate in Promoting Resilience and Stability for Children in Care
The purpose of this module is to provide students with an underpinning knowledge of parenting approaches that promote the recovery of children raised in adversity.
Students will explore their own experience of adversity and its impact on their work with children
Students will explore methods to promote inclusion and self determination for children in care.
This will include engagement with key case studies drawn from research and serious case reviews to inform and develop learners practice.
The module will also examine European Models of working with and parenting children in care, this will include a critical review of the relevance and role of social pedagogy.
Topics covered in this module include:
Law, social pedagogy, therapeutic parenting, promoting recovery, approaches to behaviour management, empowerment and children and young people¿s rights.
The purpose of this module is to provide students with an underpinning knowledge of parenting approaches that promote the recovery of children raised in adversity.
Students will explore their own experience of adversity and its impact on their work with children
Students will explore methods to promote inclusion and self determination for children in care.
This will include engagement with key case studies drawn from research and serious case reviews to inform and develop learners practice.
The module will also examine European Models of working with and parenting children in care, this will include a critical review of the relevance and role of social pedagogy.
Topics covered in this module include:
Law, social pedagogy, therapeutic parenting, promoting recovery, approaches to behaviour management, empowerment and children and young people¿s rights.
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours: (35)
24 hours Workshops and seminars
1 hour Tutorials
10 hours PBL
Independent Study Hours: (115)
80 hours self directed study using blackboard and other web resources, complemented by personal reading
35 hours assignment preparation and peer support, and reflective discussions with Line Manager and Supervisor
24 hours Workshops and seminars
1 hour Tutorials
10 hours PBL
Independent Study Hours: (115)
80 hours self directed study using blackboard and other web resources, complemented by personal reading
35 hours assignment preparation and peer support, and reflective discussions with Line Manager and Supervisor
Module Resources
Blackboard VLE
Module Texts
Bullock, R. (2010) 30 Years of Child Care Practice. Policy and Review (British Association Adoption and Fostering)
Fahlberg, V (2004), Childs Journey Through Placement (BAAF)
Nolan, M. (2003) Partnerships in Family Care. Open University Press, UK
Fahlberg, V (2004), Childs Journey Through Placement (BAAF)
Nolan, M. (2003) Partnerships in Family Care. Open University Press, UK
Module Special Admissions Requirements
This module is open to Foster Carers, who work within the Local Authorities/Private and Voluntary Sector Fostering and Adoption Services who are registered as Foster Carers. The module will also be available for members of the Children and Young People's workforce for their continuous professional development.