Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

Credits: 10 

Status: Core Module

Module Description

The module aims to provide a critical perspective of the current state of education – transitioning from traditional architecture and practices to new ecologies of teaching and learning. The students will critically analyze various pedagogical paradigms didactic, authentic, and transformative learning in context to their own teaching philosophy and professional practice. The students will critically examine the sources and use of power within educational settings and investigate pedagogies for empowerment and transformation.

Learning Outcomes

LO1. Critically analyze the impact of contemporary social transformations on teaching and learning including in the areas of technology, media, globalization, diversity, changing learner needs, and sensibilities.

LO2. Critically evaluate and develop rapport-building techniques to enhance a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

LO3. Critically review principles and processes involved in developing a teaching philosophy and create a digital teaching portfolio.

LO4. Investigate backward design framework, and traditional and non-traditional teaching strategies to plan transformative learning experiences by incorporating active learning methods in lesson planning.

Credits: 10

Status: Core Module

Module Description

In this module, students are introduced to the teacher leadership concept and the value it holds in the educational field. In the wake of current educational challenges students will learn the critical importance of expanding their knowledge of educational research

and theory to guide leadership decisions. They will explore and critically evaluate significant research and best practices in the fields of instructional leadership (e.g., learning theory, school climate and culture, effective teaching methods, professional development, and the relationship of instruction, curriculum, and assessment). To make a positive change in their learning community and cultivate the attributes and attitudes of a teacher leader, students will also engage in personal assessment and analysis.

Learning Outcomes

LO1 Critically analyzes research and theories on instructional leadership.

LO2 Critically evaluates principles and strategies for content evaluation, instructional approaches, and assessments within instructional leadership.

LO3 Conduct a critical self-analysis informed by the theories and best practices of instructional leadership.

Credits: 10

Status: Core Module

Module Description

This module will help the students to understand the process and effective way of critical reflection as a tool that they will use in their present and future practices. The students will be introduced to different theories, philosophies, and practices of critical reflection. Through discussions on different theories and philosophies, students will be encouraged to critically evaluate the existing frameworks of critical reflective practice. They will question all their beliefs, principles, and practices to align it to the current challenges of the educational system.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this module, you should be able to:

LO1. Critically understand the process and ways of critical reflective practice.

LO2. Evaluate the different theories and philosophies of critical reflection.

LO3 Synthesize different frameworks of critically reflective practice and analyze their application in your practice with a view to improving it.

Credits: 8

Status: Core Module

Module Description

The aim of this module is to introduce learners to the concept and process of educational research and methodology. In this module, learners will find and read research material (primary and secondary sources) at the forefront of their field of study or discipline area by conducting a systematic and critical literature review. Learners will also critically analyze, evaluate, and effectively communicate findings, theories, and methods after conducting the research. They will follow academic convention when presenting findings and ideas, citing the sources using Harvard referencing system.

Learning Outcomes

LO1. Understand and define the main characteristics and principles of educational research.

LO2. Source, appraise and critically evaluate academic literature at the forefront of the field of study.

LO3. Understand, apply, and criticize the main research methods applied in educational research.

LO4. Synthesize theory and research associated with the discipline area.

Credits: 7

Status: Core Module

Module Description

This module will introduce students to the concepts, theories and philosophies of curriculum design and technology. The students will critically discuss and analyze philosophical bases and types of curriculum relating them to their own practice as educators. The module will also emphasize upon stages and models of curriculum design from a theoretical perspective followed by their application in educational practice. The students will critically evaluate the contextual factors affecting curriculum design and technology. As part of curriculum development, the module will equip students with knowledge and skills in the development of instructional strategies and assessment methods.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the module, the students should be able to:

LO1. Define and critically discuss the concepts, theories, and philosophies of curriculum design.

LO2. Identify and critically analyze stages, models, and frameworks of curriculum design and technology.

LO3. Critically evaluate the application of innovative instructional strategies in curriculum planning in your professional educational practice.

LO4. Evidence planning and delivery of curriculum and assessment, integrating technological tools, and synthesizing relevant theories, models, and policies.