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Introduction to Child Development (0-11years) (3 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Identify and use the main principles of the child development (0-11 years)
      2. Identify the different stages of physical, psycho-social-emotional and cognitive (language, memory, information processing, writing, reading and speaking) development of children
      3. Identify the developmental needs of the children with diverse needs
      4. Develop strategies within the classroom to enhance inclusivity in order to promote the learner’s development;
      5. Create, prepare and implement adapted handouts and activities according to the developmental needs of the child.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

 

Total Contact Hours:

18

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

42

 

Assessment Hours:

15

Psychology of Learning I (3 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Explain and adapt the various theories of learning and how this knowledge is applied in various methods in order to encourage learning in children with diverse needs.
      2. Explain and adapt various learning models to the needs of children with diverse needs.
      3. Explain the cognitive process in relation to learning and apply the necessary models according to the needs of children with diverse needs.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

 

Total Contact Hours:

18

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

42

 

Assessment Hours:

15

Development as Professional Learning Support Educator I (2 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Build professional relationships both within and outside the classroom setting with the allocated students, parents/relatives/guardians and other professionals;
      2. Use communication and coaching skills.
      3. Work within a team setting of professionals for the benefit of children with diverse needs, learning difficulties and disabilities.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

 

Total Contact Hours:

12

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

28

 

Assessment Hours:

10

Equal Opportunities, Inclusion and Diversity in the classroom (4 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Describe and interpret the main rights of children
      2. Describe and use the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
      3. Identify, describe use the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
      4. Describe and use theories of Inclusion in the classroom
      5. Collaborate in  ensuring that the children respect each other at all times and are inclusive during all activities
      6. Organise together with the teacher classroom to ensure that children respect the diverse rules
      7. Identify if any children are different for whatever reason and ensure that they are treated like other children
      8. Organise activities that support and promote equity and diversity
      9. Know the principles of differentiated teaching for children with diverse needs, learning difficulties and disability

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Examination

 

Total Contact Hours:

25

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

55

 

Assessment Hours:

20

Understanding Various Difficulties in Children with Diverse Needs (2 ECTS)

Learning Objectives:

      1. Identify and understand the different conditions and learning difficulties including behaviour difficulties, communication difficulties and other major disabilities
      2. Identify the major characteristics of learners with various conditions
      3. Differentiate between disability, impairment and different needs
      4. Identify and differentiate between different conditions
      5. Describe and identify the major causes and prevalence of various diverse needs
      6. Differentiate between different classifications of diverse needs.
      7. Describe the Bio-psycho-social implications of diverse needs
      8. Articulate and evaluate disability knowledge within professional practice.

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Examination (MCQ)

 

Total Contact Hours:

12

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

37

 

Assessment Hours:

1

Introduction to Literacy and Numeracy (3 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Identify and use the core components of literacy (reading, writing, comprehension) and Numeracy
      2. Identify and describe how literacy and numeracy develops in children in line with their development
      3. Identify and explain the potential barriers to the development of literacy and numeracy in children with learning difficulties and diverse needs
      4. Identify and use the correct methodology and techniques for the development of literacy and numeracy
      5. Use and assess the Core Competencies document, Learning Outcomes Framework and checklists for children with learning difficulties and diverse needs
      6. Provide support and assistance to parents and children in relation to any literacy and numeracy difficulties
      7. Describe the role of Literacy Agency, the role of the Literacy Support Teacher and Heads of Department (HODs)

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

 

Total Contact Hours:

18

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

42

 

Assessment Hours:

15

Understanding Provisional Mapping & IEPs (4 ECTS)

Learning Outcomes:

      1. Organise and be aware of the importance of having an effective and SMART IEP and good Provisional Mapping in place
      2. Use the principles of planning, setting goals and designing a plan
      3. Compose, set up, write and review an IEP and Provisional Mapping according to the Universal Learning Design
      4. Identify the strategies and methods on how to implement an IEP and Provisional Mapping
      5. Evaluate and observe when the IEP needs adjustments and adapt the IEP as per the needs and progress of the children that are being supported;
      6. Provide personal assistance to children, parents and other professional teachers to ensure that the IEP is used to its maximum capacity
      7. Collaborate with teachers and INCO in the formulation of the IEPs and Provisional Mapping

Mode of Teaching:

Lectures/online

 

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment

 

Total Contact Hours:

24

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

0

 

Self-Study Hours:

56

 

Assessment Hours:

20

Practical in Supportive Work in the Classroom I (9 ECTS)

Learning Objectives:

      1. Compose, set up and write an excellent learner portfolio
      2. Explain the importance of personal development even during practice.
      3. Be reflective and able to evaluate work done with the children with diverse needs, learning difficulties and disability
      4. Write SMART goals
      5. Demonstrate through self-reflection the importance to develop the potential of children with diverse needs.
      6. Work professionally under supervision of other professionals
      7. Compile and create a group of resources that are adapted to the diverse needs/learning difficulties/disability of the child based on evidence and research
      8. Support learners with diverse needs for at least 180-hour placement in a suitable work setting, therefore giving them an opportunity to put their in-class learning into practice.

Mode of Teaching:

Placement/Practical

 

Mode of Assessment:

Reflective Diary & Logbook

 

Total Contact Hours:

20

 

Supervised Placement and Practice Hours:

180

 

Self-Study Hours:

20

 

Assessment Hours:

5