PCAP Module 1: Learning & Teaching in Higher Education
PCAP Module 1: Learning & Teaching in Higher Education
Full Details of module 1 are provided in the 2010/11 academic year module outline and Handbook available to the right of this page. There have been some changes to the curriculum and timing of PCAP in the last couple of years. Details of the timing for PCAP module 1 2010/11 are given at the bottom of this page. Information about changes to the curriculum of module 1 that were implemented from 2009/10 and changes to the timing of module 1 for 2010/11 are available from the PCAP main page (click on PCAP to the left of this page).
AIM
The overall aim of this module is to introduce you to the core ideas of learning and teaching in higher education with an emphasis on linking theory to practice
Learning Outcomes and Professional Values
Having successfully completed the module, you should be able to
1. Apply knowledge of educational theory and/or evidence in various learning and teaching situations.
2. Write and use learning outcomes that are appropriate for a given learning and teaching session.
3. Critically analyse and reflect upon the appropriateness and effectiveness of learning and teaching activities and resources within a session to facilitate quality learning.
4. Critically analyse and reflect upon the appropriateness of learning outcomes for a session and the alignment of learning and teaching activities with these learning outcomes.
5. Critically analyse and reflect upon the design of both an assessment to support learning and an assessment to record achievement.
6. Critically analyse and reflect upon the alignment of an assessment with the learning outcome/s it is testing.
7. Critically analyse and reflect upon your ability to provide effective academic and/or pastoral support to students in an inclusive manner.
8. Evaluate and reflect on your own professional practice and development through evidence derived from self, peers, students and the literature.
The above Learning Outcomes are underpinned by five Professional Values that are concerned with 'how' teaching and learning support are undertaken and the values that inform decisions and actions. On completion of the module, you should be able to demonstrate the following professional values underpinning the learning outcomes:
- A commitment to scholarship in teaching, both generally and within the discipline.
- A respect for individual learners and for their development and empowerment.
- A commitment to work with and learn from colleagues.
- The practising of equal opportunities.
- A commitment to continued reflection and evaluation, and consequent improvement of your own practice.
PCAP Module 1 2010/11 Dates of Compulsory Sessions
Participants can opt to attend a standard version of the Module delivered in five half-day sessions on alternate Wednesday afternoons either in semester 1 or in semester 2 (recommended versions) or if necessary a two and a half day intensive version over the Easter Vacation.
Standard Version 1 in Semester 1
Venue: 25/3077 LATEU training Room
Date |
Start |
End |
Session |
Wednesday, October 06, 2010 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 1: What is good learning in HE? |
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 2: Learning Outcomes |
Wednesday, November 03, 2010 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 3: Session Design |
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 4: Student support & Guidance |
Wednesday, December 01, 2010 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 5: Assessment and Feedback |
Standard Version 2 in Semester 2
Venue: 25/3077 LATEU training Room
Date |
Start |
End |
Session |
Wednesday, February 02, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 1: What is good learning in HE? |
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 2: Learning Outcomes |
Wednesday, March 02, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 3: Session Design |
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 4: Student support & Guidance |
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 5: Assessment and Feedback |
Intensive Version in the Easter Vacation
Venue: 25/3077 LATEU training Room
Date |
Start |
End |
Session |
Monday, April 04, 2011 |
09:30 |
12:30 |
Session 1: What is good learning in HE? |
Monday, April 04, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 2: Learning Outcomes |
Wednesday, April 06, 2011 |
09:30 |
12:30 |
Session 3: Session Design |
Wednesday, April 06, 2011 |
13:30 |
16:30 |
Session 4: Student support & Guidance |
Friday, April 08, 2011 |
09:30 |
12:30 |
Session 5: Assessment and Feedback |
Compulsory Additional Learning Event
All Module 1 PCAP participants should attend at least 1 other learning opportunity to widen their learning during PCAP module 1. This could be a school-based event, University Event (http://www.soton.ac.uk/lateu/professional_development/index.html) or external event and should be applicable to their specific developmental needs. You will need to reserve a place on these courses. Participants are encouraged to complete a reflective log (available from the right of this page) before and after attending their additional learning event in preparation for the PCAP assignments.
Compulsory Peer Observation
ALL PCAP module 1 participants will need to undertake a peer observation during the academic year in which they take PCAP module 1. This is being observed by a peer during a teaching and learning session/activity. The peer could be your PCAP mentor, another PCAP participant, or a colleague in your school. If participants do not have an opportunity to be observed during this time period they should discuss their situation with a PCAP tutor and alternative arrangements can be made.
PCAP Module 1 Tutorials
It is highly recommended that all Module 1 PCAP participants should attend one version of each of the optional tutorials listed below. You will need to reserve a place on these tutorials (you can do so at www.staffbook.soton.ac.uk ). Provisional dates are provided below but may be subject to change.
Tutorial 1 Session Analysis Tutorial
During this small group teaching session participants will be given the opportunity to review and clarify the instructions and assessment criteria for the ‘Reflective Analysis on a teaching session observed by a peer’ module 1 assignment. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss elements of session design in greater depth with their peers and the tutor and specifically consider issues with regard to their own teaching and subject area. By the end of this session participants should have a good idea of what session they are going to write about in their assignment. It is recommended that participants do not attend this tutorial until after they have attended core sessions 1, 2 and 3.
| date | start time | end time | Groups | Tutor | Venue |
| Wednesday, December 15, 2010 | 13:30 | 14:30 | Standard 1 | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, January 19, 2011 | 09:30 | 10:30 | Standard 1 | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, April 13, 2011 | 12:30 | 13:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, May 11, 2011 | 09:30 | 10:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, July 20, 2011 | 12:30 | 13:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, August 17, 2011 | 09:30 | 10:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
Tutorial 2 Assessment Analysis Tutorial
During this small group teaching session participants will be given the opportunity to review and clarify the instructions and assessment criteria for the ‘Assessment Reflective Analysis’ module 1 assignment. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss elements of assessment in greater depth with their peers and the tutor and specifically consider issues with regard to their own teaching and subject area. By the end of this session participants should have a good idea of what experiences they are going to write about in their assignment. It is recommended that participants do not attend this tutorial until after you have attended core session 5.
| date | start time | end time | Groups | Tutor | Venue |
| Wednesday, December 15, 2010 | 14:30 | 15:30 | Standard 1 | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, January 19, 2011 | 10:30 | 11:30 | Standard 1 | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, April 13, 2011 | 13:30 | 14:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, May 11, 2011 | 10:30 | 11:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, July 20, 2011 | 13:30 | 14:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, August 17, 2011 | 10:30 | 11:30 | All Cohorts | SP | 25/3077 |
Tutorial 3 Student Support Analysis Tutorial
During this small group teaching session participants will be given the opportunity to review and clarify the instructions and assessment criteria for the ‘Student Support Reflective Analysis’ module 1 assignment. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss elements of student support in greater depth with their peers and the tutor and specifically consider issues with regard to their own teaching and subject area. By the end of this session participants should have a good idea of what experiences they are going to write about in their assignment. It is recommended that participants do not attend this tutorial until after you have attended core session 4.
| date | start time | end time | Groups | Tutor | Venue |
| Wednesday, December 15, 2010 | 15:30 | 16:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | GK | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, January 19, 2011 | 11:30 | 12:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | GK | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, April 13, 2011 | 11:30 | 12:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | SP | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, May 11, 2011 | 11:30 | 12:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | GK | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, July 20, 2011 | 11:30 | 12:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | GK | 25/3077 |
| Wednesday, August 17, 2011 | 11:30 | 12:30 | Ass 3 Tutorial | GK | 25/3077 |
News feeds