Work Based Learning level 6 single

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Critically explore the potential impact of the evidence base on your chosen aspect of practice.
• Clearly articulate a purpose and rationale for exploring an identified aspect of practice
• Critically analyse the evidence base for your stated aspect of practice

There is no taught content within the module as it is designed to offer practitioners an innovative and flexible approach to learning; one that is embedded in their practice.

You are expected to:

• Demonstrate skills of evidence-based practice, reflection and appraisal commensurate with the level at which you are studying.
• Demonstrate knowledge of a topic commensurate with level 6 academic study.
• Seek out and use feedback from colleagues and academic supporters proactively.
• Take responsibility for identifying your own learning needs and seek help as required.

This module can be undertaken by practitioners from any health or social care discipline

Teaching and learning methods

You will be provided with online resources to enable you to understand the following:

• The module philosophy and purpose. The module delivery is based on a philosophy of adult learning and you are required to:

o Identify a practice mentor who will support you in the achievement of your learning outcomes

o Create opportunities at work that will enable you to achieve your outcomes.

o Manage your time and regulate your activities effectively so that you achieve your aim, learning outcomes and academic assignment.

• The roles and responsibilities of students, the module lead, cohort leads, managers, mentors and academic advisors
• The processes which support you when you are completing the module
• Drafting of learning contract (or exploration of set learning contract)

The following will be responsible for providing on-going support:

The WBL Blackboard site is an online resource for a range of materials including videos, learning activities, exemplars and discussion with fellow students.

An academic advisor will be allocated to assist development of your learning contract and provide appropriate academic support.

The module leader can answer queries via email and will provide support with writing learning outcomes and achieving the academic level required.

Your cohort leader (for those with set contracts) will be an important source of support, particularly with practice-based study opportunities.

Your practice manager and/or mentor will be an important source of support within your practice.

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

Aveyard (2023). Doing a literature review in health and social care: a practical guide. Open University Press.

Greenhalgh T (2019). How to Read a Paper : The Basics of Evidence-Based Medicine. Chichester: BMJ Books.

Aveyard (2017). A beginner’s guide to evidence- based practice in health and social care. McGraw-Hill Education (UK) Limited.

Assessment strategy

You can select ONE of the following options:

A.Written assignment of 3000 words

B.Oral presentation (maximum 20 minutes) and a written assignment of 1500 words

Variations to these assignment options may be allowed for those on SET learning contracts.

Formative

This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External