EDU8046 : Innovative Pedagogies
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Alison Whelan
- Lecturer: Dr Pamela Woolner
- Deputy Module Leader: Prof. David Leat
- Owning School: Education, Communication & Language Sci
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to explore the nature of pedagogic innovation, and why this is needed, examining a number of theoretical frameworks in relation to learning and teaching, and pedagogic innovation in particular. In the module students will explore the role of reflection and meta-awareness and critical consciousness in learners and teachers. The module aims to identify some of the main opportunities and challenges identified in pedagogic innovation.
The module makes use of a collaborative groupwork approach to provide participants with experience, knowledge and understanding of a range of innovative pedagogies, and the skills to begin to use these in their own teaching and learning activities.
Outline Of Syllabus
• Understanding of the role of innovative pedagogy within education, both within schools and globally
• Evidence-based appraisal of a range of pedagogical frameworks and theories and their individual contribution to education and curriculum
• Research and theory related to various pedagogical approaches and innovative learning environments, including considering the role of the teacher within pedagogical innovation
• Contextual application of discrete interventions and cross-curricular approaches
Innovative approaches discussed will include:
Philosophy for Children
Mantle of the Expert
Forest School
Thinking through...
SOLE
Project-Based Learning
Enquiry Based Learning
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 47:00 | 47:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 9 | 3:00 | 27:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Seminar: project presentations |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Synchronous-online drop-ins, before presentations, to review presentations & prepare for assignment |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 120:00 | 120:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module is to be taught as weekly workshop sessions. The materials for sessions will be on Canvas. There is a practical element to each workshop, with opportunities for collaborative groupwork and practical application of each innovative pedagogical approach.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poster | 1 | M | 25 | Academic poster demonstrating a reflection on a planned collaborative teaching activity, trialled with a group of 10-15 students. This would be equivalent to 2000 words. |
| Essay | 1 | M | 75 | A 2000 word essay providing a reflective discussion and rationale for the use of innovative pedagogies, inclusive of their successes and challenges. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Participants will:
• gain enhanced communication skills, interpersonal skills and organisational skills relevant to their professional roles and contexts;
• demonstrate ability to interpret, analyse, and appraise international perspectives on successful thinking and learning;
• reflect upon the practical and professional skills necessary for successful learning environments;
• enhance their personal capacity for and understanding of reflective learning practices;
• critically consider implications for practice in their own context.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EDU8046's Timetable