Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module focuses on the application of the skills and knowledge presented across the programme modules to the teaching and learning contexts. Specifically, it addresses the following: design of effective learning environments; implementation of learning goals, curriculum, inclusive pedagogy, evaluation of learning, differentiation, implementation of appropriate methods, strategies and resources (including digital learning, assistive and augmentative technology) and teaching competencies. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate through their teaching and classroom management strategies that they can apply the skills and knowledge necessary to implement a programme appropriate to their group of autistic learners, taking adequate account of individual strengths, interests and areas for development. 2. Design and plan lessons which account for diversity of learners and reflect meaningful and relevant learning goals identified within profiling and planning. 3. Select and employ a variety of evidence informed teaching and learning strategies to support achievement of learning goals. 4. Demonstrate use of inclusive pedagogy and evidence based practice for autistic learners. 5. Use assessment, both of learning and for learning, to evaluate the learning acquisition of learners within observed lessons. 6. Design neuro-affirmative and supportive learning environment that accounts for strengths and needs of autistic learners in order to optimise learner success. 7. Critically evaluate the quality of their teaching and learning using current best practice guidance and identify associated areas of strength and improvement. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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
Indicative Content● Teaching and learning; ● Theories of Learning; ● Application of knowledge and skills in the classroom; ● Design of effective learning environments; ● Selection and management of resources; ● Differentiation and universal design; ● Overview of curricula; ● Managing the hidden curriculum; ● Evidence informed methodologies and approaches to teaching e.g TEACCH, ABA etc; ● Models of teaching; ● Instructional adaptations; ● Evaluating progress; ● Effective collaboration with and management of classroom team; ● Evidence based intervention. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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