| Unit name | Students as Partners: Engaging with Learner diversity |
|---|---|
| Unit code | TLHPM0001 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Dr. Fowler |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Theory and Practice of Teaching and Learning |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals |
| Faculty | Faculty of Health Sciences |
Aims: This unit will introduce learners to practical and theoretical approaches to creating appropriate learning environments and support for diverse learners.
It will also incorporate elements of the programme’s three vertical themes:
Description: This unit focuses on the learner. We will look at how students differ and the impact this diversity has on learning through a critical exploration of theory. You will identify ways of creating a positive learning environment and managing a variety of different learning challenges in order to support the individual student.
By the end of this unit, learners should be able to:
1. Explore different types of learner diversity.
2. Discuss ways in which an effective learning environment may be created, to support a diverse group of learners.
3. Develop inclusive educational strategies.
4. Critique and incorporate relevant learning theory into their own practice.
Teaching methods will be drawn from a wide range of approaches including: small group styles, lecture, discussion, debate, presentations, case studies, role play, interactive whole-class teaching, tasks which apply new learning, video critique, distance and e-learning elements.
1500-2000 words or equivalent in other media.
Summative: Analysis and redesign of a teaching session to address ILO's for the unit.
Formative: group and individual feedback plus online activities.
