Learning and Teaching Our Learning and Teaching programmes are aimed at those currently engaged in providing support for learning and/or teaching, whatever the setting.
Foundation Degree Learning and Teaching BA (Hons) Learning and Teaching ● Typically
you would study for three years to complete the Foundation Degree and a further two years if you wish to go on to complete the BA degree.
● Both
programmes are taught at our main Leeds campus; the Foundation Degree on Wednesday afternoons and the BA on Thursday afternoons.
● Additional
entry criteria: For both programmes you would need to be engaged in some form of teaching or learning support work, paid or voluntary, for a minimum of 60 hours per year over the duration of the course, and you would also need to identify a workplace mentor, who can advise and support you in your studies. For the Foundation Degree, normally we require a level three qualification, e.g. CACHE Teaching Assistants. For the BA degree you would also need a relevant Foundation Degree or equivalent, e.g. HND or Diploma in Higher Education in a related subject area.
Foundation Degree The Foundation Degree is designed for those whose role is to support learning and/or teaching. This can be in a wide variety of contexts including schools, further or higher education, youth and community work, libraries, and the voluntary sector. Core modules focus on developing knowledge, understanding and skills through an introduction to theoretical perspectives and approaches to learning and teaching. Core modules include The Process of Learning, Management of Learning and Teaching, Basic Approaches to Managing and Resolving Conflict, Curriculum and Assessment, Contemporary Issues in Learning, and Work Based Learning.
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A range of options are available including: Coaching and Mentoring, Applied Counselling Skills, Using Stories to Develop Learning, Literacies for Learning and Applying IT. A new module in Special Educational Needs is being developed for 2010. You will begin the programme with a module designed to support you in the development of the academic skills that you will need for successful study. Subsequent modules will help you develop the following skills needed to:
Students who complete the Foundation Degree/BA (Hons) frequently move into more managerial positions within their organisation, e.g. managing learning mentors or teaching assistants, or can move into primary teaching via the part-time RTP (Registered Teacher Programme) and GTP (Graduate Teacher Programme), or a full time Postgraduate Certificate in Education (see www.tda.gov. uk for details of programmes and entry requirements).
● Contribute
to the planning and development of learning activities.
● Recognise
and respond to the need to support and include all learners.
● Monitor
learner progress and provide feedback using a range of assessment techniques.
● Contribute
to the selection, preparation and differentiation of suitable learning resources.
● Develop
effective strategies to ensure acknowledgement of diversity and promote equality of opportunity.
● Work
collaboratively with colleagues.
● Engage
in continuing professional development and evaluation of practice.
On successful completion of the Foundation Degree, you will normally be able to progress onto our BA (Hons) Learning and Teaching.
BA (Hons) Learning and Teaching This is a two-year part-time programme offering the opportunity to ‘top-up’ a Foundation Degree into an honours degree. Like the Foundation Degree, the programme is firmly related to professional practice and brings together scholarly activities and learning through experience of work. Core modules focus on Ethics and Professional Practice, Researching the Learning and Teaching Sector, and the opportunity to undertake a piece of specialist research. Option modules are offered in Learning, Identity and Culture, Leadership, and an Introduction to Autism. Two new modules on working with parents and e-learning are being developed for 2010 entry.
“The course appealed to me, as it meant I could study and continue to work. Also, it was at Leeds, which has a good reputation, and being able to exit before the end with a university qualification made it seem less scary. As the course was aimed at mature students we were all in the same boat; we all worked and everyone was from a similar background. I learnt so much from my tutors and my fellow students. I was able to pass on my knowledge to my colleagues, so it benefited my workplace as well as me. It wasn’t always easy; it can be hard to juggle work, family life. There are lows but there are fantastic highs too. The biggest high was my graduation, I felt so proud and it was fantastic to have my husband and daughter there too. I’ve come a long way and have gone on to achieve my dream of becoming a fully qualified teacher [via the GTP scheme]. My advice to others is, yes it can be a challenge but stick at it… if I can do it anyone can!” Mandy, BA (Hons) Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning graduate (2008)
For further information, please contact the Lifelong Learning Centre on (0113) 343 3212, part-time@leeds.ac.uk or visit their website: www.leeds.ac.uk/lifelonglearningcentre
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