Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description The module aims to identify frameworks for analysing and fostering opportunities for experiential and transformative learning by presenting students with relevant theoretical approaches aimed at informing current and future professional practice developing a capacity for professional self-appraisal and a means for the development and enhancement of professional competence on a life-long learning basis. Students are encouraged to think in terms of continuous professional development as the key to enhancement of professionalism facilitating reflective experiential learning in the workplace which would contribute to professional and organisational transformation. Interpreting and critically evaluating organisational cultures. Organisational cultures will be examined with the view to enhance effectiveness of organisations through training and education. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify the strategic significance of reflection in experiential learning 2. Demonstrate an ability for self-appraisal and critical thinking as means for fostering professional competence and professional development 3. Display a critical understanding of the influence of Learning Organisation Theory on organisational cultures and professional development 4. Examine how educators and trainers can become evaluators and promoters of change in organisations 5. Demonstrate an awareness of the concepts and principles of organisational transformation 6. Critically evaluate the relevance of managing education/training in a knowledge society | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Learning dimensionsSelf-directed learning Critical thinking Reflective and Experiential Learning Learning Organisation Theory Transformative learningThe Educator/Trainer s roleThe professional development of the training/education practitioner within his/her own context The role of to-day s co-ordinator /manager in education and training The Educator/Trainer as a change agent within their context Experiential learning as a mean for professional development of educator/trainer The educator/trainer as a self-evaluator Professional competence and professional developmentThe Organisational dimensionThe changing face of learning in mainstream and non-mainstream education: a national perspective Systems theory: training and learning in a global context Theoretical underpinnings of organisational culture in a knowledge society Key elements of effective organisation and training management The changing role of training in the workplace | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 10-DEC-09 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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