Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

• This module forms part of the BA (Hons) in Education Studies: National and International Perspectives. It aims to enable students to achieve an international perspective and intercultural awareness by offering intellectually exciting and challenging internationalised and intercultural experiences. The module promotes the importance of an international dimension to education (primary, secondary and tertiary) through educating students to themselves to become more engaged and globally-minded citizens with cultural awareness, a strong sense of civic responsibility and skills to participate in a knowledge-based global economy
• To enable students to explore the theoretical and practical dimensions of the concepts of internationalisation, globalisation and global citizenship and to provide a learning environment that cultivates skills for work and life in a global society.
• To promote the learning of modern languages as a part of this through the university wide initiative Languages for all UG students
• To promote critical thinking which is at the heart of global citizenship
• To encourage participation in international and global seminar sessions, conferences and events

Outline Of Syllabus

The module introduces key theoretical and methodological frameworks for the study of internationalisation, globalisation and global citizenship, and social renewal defined as the process through which communities and societies overcome deep-seated problems, increasing economic vitality, social harmony and the health and wellbeing of citizens. The module pays particular attention to the development of informed decision making, and the ability to take thoughtful and responsible action, locally and globally. It provides opportunities to develop an understanding of issues related to fairness and justice, human rights, sustainable development, peace and conflict resolution, social equality and appreciation of diversity. It develops in students the skills to critically evaluate and constructively respond to these and other challenges we face as engaged global citizens. It enables students to develop language skills, intercultural skills and knowledge, and to develop evidence-based, critical reflective skills, drawing on experiences gained, for example through buddying an international student, participating in gap year, working holiday or work placement abroad, volunteering independently in international or multicultural communities and other settings, taking part in the student-led International Development Society and learning in an internationalised, multicultural HE setting.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

• An awareness and understanding of key concepts and challenges of studying and working in internationalised or global contexts (A1; A2; A3;
• A thorough knowledge of key theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of internationalisation, globalisation, global citizenship, and social renewal (A1)
• An understanding of the most important concepts in goal setting and success when studying, working, or volunteering independently in international or multicultural settings (A4)
• A critical awareness of cross-cultural communication (A3; A4)

Intended Skill Outcomes

• An ability to deal with complex issues and engage critically with key debates and intellectual paradigms that may be found in education studies, international and comparative education, global citizenship and cross cultural communication studies (B1; B2; C1; C7)
• An ability to effectively communicate information, argument and analysis in a variety of forms (B5; B2; C3)
• An ability to be more cross-culturally competent and globally aware for life and work in the global knowledge economy (C7; C6)
• To enhance personal, interpersonal decision making and team working skills (D6; C6)
• To develop cross-cultural skills and awareness (C6;C3;D6)
• To develop language skills (D1; C3; C6)
• An ability to apply learning in a new setting (D9; D7)
• An ability to become an active global citizen (C6; C3)
• An ability to reflect on own areas of strength and areas for growth (D7; C7)

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

This module examines the concepts of internationalisation, globalisation and global citizenship, intercultural communication and social renewal. It uses formal lectures and interactive lecture, practical, tutorial and group work sessions to introduce and explore new concepts, theories and methodological approaches. Seminars are employed to enable smaller group discussion and activities to support critical engagement with key themes, concepts and issues. Tutorials are provided on an open-door, drop-in basis to provide additional support where required. Students are encouraged to form study groups to discuss the module themes and readings, complete practical tasks and prepare group presentations.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

There are two assessment strategies. The portfolio of evidence will include critically reflective responses to international and intercultural experiences, events attended and issues raised during the module. The second element of assessment is a 1500 word written assignment (essay) to be selected from a list of questions relating to key topics and themes addressed in the module. Critical and reflective thinking will be assessed in the written essay assignment and the portfolio. Academic research, writing and referencing skills will be assessed via the portfolio and essay assignments.

General Notes

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