LEARNING AT MASTERS LEVEL

CODE – 7511ELED , CREDITS – 20

Aims

To support professionals’ understanding of conceptual frameworks and equip them with the skills to learn and perform at level 7.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Synthesise theory and research associated with learning at Masters level.
• Critically analyse key theoretical frameworks and concepts in adult learning.
• Critically evaluate professional development needs in relation to Masters Study.

LEADING CHANGE

CODE – 7512ELED , CREDITS – 20

Aims

To provide opportunities for professionals in education to expand their knowledge of leading change and organisational development.To develop participants’ theoretical and evidence based understanding of effectively leading change and influencing positive organisational culture and development.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Critically reflect on leadership models to implement change.
• Critically examine the roles of leadership and management linked to effectively leading change within an education setting.
• Synthesise theory and research associated with achieving successful change within an educational setting.
• Critically reflect on research and evidence based practice associated with leading change.

LEADING EFFECTIVE TEAMS

CODE – 7513ELED , CREDITS – 20

Aims

To support professionals’ understanding and effective practice in team working within educational organisations.
To develop critical professional practice through analysis of teams.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Critically examine the concept of emotional intelligence linked to leading teams and people in educational settings.
• Critically reflect on research and evidence based practice associated with leading teams and people within educational organisations.
• Synthesise research findings, evidence based practice and theory to inform effective leadership of teams and people in educational settings.

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATION

CODE – 7514ELED , CREDITS – 20

Aims

To provide opportunities for professionals in education to expand their knowledge and understanding through learning based on engagement with current educational theory, research, policy and practice in relation to an identified current issue in education. To develop participants’ critical professional practice through analysis of, reflection on, and engagement with, this knowledge and understanding in their professional setting To support professionals to develop professionally and personally through engagement with the module.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Critically analyse key theoretical frameworks and concepts in relation to an identified current issue in education.
• Scrutinise the research and evidence base associated with an identified area of education provision.
• Synthesis theory and research to inform their practice in relation to an identified current issue in education.
• Critically evaluate the local, national or international policy associated with an issue.

DEVELOPING CRITICAL PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

CODE – 7515ELED , CREDITS – 20

Aims

To provide opportunities for professionals in education to expand participants’ knowledge and understanding of professional practice through learning, based on engagement
with current education theory, research, policy and practice.
To develop participants’ critical professional practice through analysis of, reflection on, and engagement with this knowledge and understanding in their professional setting
To support participants’ professionally and personally through engagement with the module.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Critically analyse key theoretical frameworks and concepts in relation to an identified aspect of their own professional practice.
• Critically analyse and synthesise research findings and other evidence to inform the identified aspects of their practice.
• Reflect on and critically evaluate the impact of their learning on professional practice, sharing knowledge in an appropriate way.

RESEARCH PROJECT 60

CODE – 7517ELED , CREDITS – 60

Aims

To provide opportunities for professionals in education to expand knowledge and understanding of research methods in educational contexts.
To support professionals’ development to deliver a research project within an area of identified interest.
To develop, implement and complete an in depth research-based investigation of a defined area that has relevance to the professional education context.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Manage issues of research ethics and power in accordance with educational research ethical guidelines.
• Critically analyse key theoretical frameworks, policy and concepts in the literature around a chosen education focus.
• Apply appropriate methodologies and research methods to an area of professional inquiry.
• Synthesise data with the existing theoretical and evidence base to inform practice.

Target award Learning Outcomes – Master of Arts

A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired the following subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes.
A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:

• Critically evaluate the existing theory and evidence base associated with leadership in education.
• Critically examine research methodologies relevant to the study of leadership in education.
• Synthesise current and original concepts for the creation and interpretation of knowledge in relation to leadership in education.
• Apply relevant knowledge of leadership and management to a range of complex educational situations.
• Critically assess current practice relating to leadership in education.
• Evaluate the rigour and validity of published research within different educational contexts.
• Apply appropriate research methodologies and data collection processes to inform the critical analysis of and reflection on practice.
• Critical reflection on value systems and conceptual assumptions.
• The preparation of a research project based on a study in appropriate depth of a topic related to leadership in education.
• Gather, present, interpret and analyse quantitative and /or qualitative data in appropriate from for research project purposes, related to the field ofleadership in education.

Post Graduate Diploma in Leadership in Education (120 Credits) includes

• 7511ELED Learning at Masters Level (20 credits)
• 7512ELED Leading Change (20 credits)
• 7513ELED Leading Effective Teams (20 credits)
• 7514ELED Contemporary Issues in Education (20 credits)
• 7515ELED Developing Critical Professional Practice (20 credits)
• 7516ELED Research Design (20 credits)

ALTERNATIVE EXIT/ INTERIM AWARD LEARNING OUTCOMES – POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:

Critically evaluate the existing theory and evidence base associated with leadership in education. Critically examine research methodologies relevant to the study of leadership in education. Synthesise current and original concepts for the creation and interpretation of knowledge in relation to leadership in education. Apply relevant knowledge of leadership and management to a range of complex educational situations. Critically assess current practice relating to leadership in education. Evaluate the rigour and validity of published research within different educational contexts. Apply appropriate research methodologies and data collection processes to inform the critical analysis of and reflection on practice.

Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Education (60 Credits) from any of the following

• 7511ELED Learning at Masters Level (20 credits)
• 7512ELED Leading Change (20 credits)
• 7513ELED Leading Effective Teams (20 credits)
• 7514ELED Contemporary Issues in Education (20 credits)
• 7515ELED Developing Critical Professional Practice (20 credits)
• 7516ELED Research Design (20 credits)

ALTERNATIVE EXIT/ INTERIM AWARD LEARNING OUTCOMES – POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:

Critically evaluate the existing theory and evidence base associated with leadership in education. Critically examine research methodologies relevant to the study of leadership in education. Synthesise current and original concepts for the creation and interpretation of knowledge in relation to leadership in education. Apply relevant knowledge of leadership and management to a range of complex educational situations. Critically assess current practice relating to leadership in education.