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Module Specifications
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Description This module serves as an introduction to the practical aspects of teaching. Students will cover such foundational matters as basic personal and interpersonal skills, communication skills and educational media skills required for effective teaching. The Foundation Teaching Practice (FTP) programme occurs within the context of this module. During this programme, students micro-teach lessons in Religious Education and the elective subject (English, History or Music) to primary school pupils in simulated classroom environments. This is followed by video review of the taught micro-lessons with an assigned FTP tutor. Preparatory work on researching and planning these lessons takes place in advance of the FTP week, and the skills developed during this programme are essential for School Placement Programme 1 (SPP1). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Understand educational theory and practice and in particular the interaction between their academic subjects and teaching. 2. Approach their work as learners and teachers in an independant yet collegial manner and in accord with the ethics of the teaching profession. 3. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge and understanding of pedagogical methods at primary level, with a focus on Religious Education and the Elective (English, History or Music). 4. Employ the learning and teaching skills they have acquired so as to operate in a professional and accountable manner with sensitivity to individual learners. 5. Plan, evaluate and implement a series of micro-lessons including a suitable body of resources in Religious Education and the Elective (English, History or Music) for particular class groups at primary level. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities Foundational Personal and Inter-personal Communication SkillsBasics of Planning a Group LessonHandouts, posters, worksheets - preparation and usageFoundational Questioning SkillsUsing the WhiteboardProfessionalismReflective Practice and ObservationIntroduction to Lesson PlanningLearning and teaching stylesTeaching with images and storyIntroduction to teaching Religious EducationIntroduction to teaching the elective subject (English, History or Music) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 48329, Website, 0, METIS, https://metis.materdei.ie, 48330, Website, 0, Teaching Council Website, http://www.teachingcouncil.ie, 48331, Website, 0, Department of Education and Skills Website, http://www.education.ie, 48332, Website, 0, National Council for Curriculum and Assessment Website, http://www.ncca.ie, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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