Foundation Degree in Supporting Teaching and Learning – Level 5 Induction session UCAS institution code S41 Course code X900

Today’s session Introduction to Level 5 (year 2) Course calendar Assignment submission dates The VLE Rules and regulations Mitigating circumstances Student Finance UK Other MMU/college updates

Level 5 unit summary Professional practice Multi-agency working Research Study Diverse Needs = 4 units in total

Exam board June (date tbc) Course Calendar Sept – Oct Research Study DK Oct – Dec Multi-agency working (BN) DPP (BN) Jan – March Diverse Needs (DK) Jan Research Study (DK) April – May (DK) Research Presentations Exam board June (date tbc)

Multi-agency working Critically appraise key policies /legislation and their implications for those working with children and young people. Discuss the roles, responsibilities and professional boundaries of those who provide support from within the school setting and from external agencies. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of assessment frameworks (e.g. CAF & APIR). Evaluate the effectiveness of multi-agency working including identifying barriers to effective multi-agency working and strategies for overcoming these barriers ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES Participants will be required to complete: a 5000 word analysis of a given case study to meet all Learning Outcomes (LO 1 – 4 )

Supporting Diverse Needs Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of diverse and complex needs. Critically evaluate relevant legislation and policies relating to SEN and inclusion and its coherence with different models of SEN and disability and the value and belief systems related to them Critically discuss the strategies used to raise the achievement of vulnerable and SEN pupils. Understand the roles, responsibilities and professional boundaries of those involved in supporting pupils with diverse needs. ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES Participants will be required to complete: A critical review of 2 types of learning difficulty/disability Critical review of school strategies

Developing Professional Practice Self-Evaluation and Reflection Reflective Accounts Employability Plan Tutorial Reviews Three Observations of Experienced Practitioners. Contextual analysis of workplace Evaluation of Presentation(s) and Feedback Resources produced (leaflets etc) ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES Portfolio of 5000 words

Assignment deadline dates Unit Deadline dates Multi agency working 19 Dec 2013 Diverse Needs 3 April 2014 Research Study 8 May 2014 Developing professional practice 15 May 2014

Assessment criteria for Level 5 Knowledge and understanding Links to wider reading Reflection and analysis (including critical argument) Relevance to the set task Use of contrasting source material Structure – logical and progressive Use of language + good flow

Marking criteria Knowledge and Understanding Knowledge & understanding of the topic. Clear understanding of and explicit links to some aspects of a wider field of study. Thinking Skills: Reflection & Analysis Questioning of assumptions Critical analysis including contrary perspectives. Thinking Skills: Relevance to the set task Discussion is always appropriate and relevant Insightful Thinking Skills: Use of source material Selection and application of a wide and relevant source base. Accurate use of referencing technique. Practical Skills & Transferable Skills: Structure Well organised and clear flow in the discussion. Evidence of independent thought. Transferable Skills: Use of language Work displays an excellent use of standard written English – SPAG, academic style

Rules and regulations Can be found in: - the course handbook - MMU website http://www.mmu.ac.uk http://www.ioe.mmu.ac.uk/students/ Key point to remember Talk to your personal tutor http://www.s-cheshire.ac.uk/newcamp/allsects/about-us/stud-han/stud-han.htm http://www.mmu.ac.uk/academic/casqe/regulations/assessment-non-EQAL.php

Break ........but please don’t bring food and cans back into the classroom