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Module Title |
Classroom Mediation Skills
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Module Code |
ES203
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School |
School of Education Studies
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Mr Paul King | Office Number | CA118 |
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Level |
2
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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This module aims to explore the processes and skills necessary for effective interpersonal communication between educators/trainers and learners in an education and training environment.
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Learning Outcomes
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On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to…
- Develop a reflective practice approach in working as an educator/trainer.
- Create the appropiate conditions to maximise a positive learning environment for students in an education/training environment.
- Employ the requisite skills to manage situations of confrontation and conflict in an education/training environment.
- Integrate into their practice the necessary skills for working in a diverse education/training context.
- Apply basic counselling, coaching and mentoring techniques to become a skilled helper as an educator/trainer.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
24
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Tutorials |
12
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
39
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Indicative Syllabus:
Developing a Reflective approach to Teaching, Classroom climate & Promoting Positive Behaviour, Preventive discipline, managing the relationship in the learning environment, Mediation Skills for working with students with Special Education Needs, Teaching a difficult class - constructive confrontation, A counselling approach to teaching/education – developing the process of skilled helping, Understanding Emotional Intelligence & Promoting the development of Resiliency among students, Coaching & mentoring in the educational & training environment, Skills & Competencies for the Intercultural Classroom, Professional and Personal self care- managing stress, avoiding burnout, asking for help, developing mindfulness in practice.
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Essential:
- Rogers, Bill 2006, Classroom behaviour : a practical guide to effective teaching, behaviour management and colleague support. MAIN LENDING 371.1024/ROG
- Rogers, Bill 2006, Cracking the hard class : strategies for managing the harder than average class. MAIN LENDING 371.1024/ROG
- Thomsen, Katherine 2002, Building Resilient Students Integrating Resiliency Into What You Already Know and Do. MAIN LENDING 370.153/THO
- Weinstein, Carol Simon 2007, Secondary Classroom Management. MAIN LENDING 373.11024/WEI
- Moon, Jennifer A. 2004, A handbook of reflective and experiential learning : theory and practice. MAIN LENDING 1 WEEK 370.1523/MOO
- Levin, James. 2007, Principles of Classroom Management: A Professional Decision-Making Model.MAIN LENDING 371.1024/LEV
- Larrivee, Barbara. 2005, Authentic Classroom Management: Creating a Learning Community and Building Reflective Practice. MAIN LENDING 371.1024/LAR
- Kottler, Jeffrey A et al., 2005, On being a teacher : the human dimension. MAIN LENDING 371.1/KOT
- Kottler, Jeffrey A 2007, Counseling Skills for Teachers. MAIN LENDING 371.4046/KOT
- DiGiulio, Robert C 2007, Positive Classroom Management A Step-by-Step Guide to Helping Students Succeed. MAIN LENDING 371.1024/DIG
- Slavin, R. E. 2006, Educational psychology: theory and practice. MAIN LENDING 370.15/SLA
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