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ED2561: ADVANCED EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT (2015-2016)

Last modified: 25 Mar 2016 11:35


Course Overview

An opportunity to undertake individual field research study on an environmental issue of your choosing - physical, social economic, historical, education or cultural.

 

 

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 2
Term Second Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus None. Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Ms Val Reid

Qualification Prerequisites

None.

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

The main focus of this course is examining and deepening understanding of the concept of education for environmental citizenship. It continues to develop knowledge and understanding of the geographical, historical, anthropological, political and cultural dimensions of the environment. Independent research and field study will facilitate exploration of human activity and its effect on the natural environment. The course will develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the concepts of heritage, conservation and sustainability.

Students are expected to research on-line, on location, and in the community, conducting interviews, surveys and field research.   Findings will be shared with peers outlining the aims and rationale for choosing the topic of study. 

Further Information & Notes

Previous study of ED1075 Education for the Environment is desirable but not essential.

Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

1st Attempt: 3 x 20 minute presentations. (30%) 4000 word case study report (70%) Resit: 4000 word case study report. (100%)

Formative Assessment

Continuous debate/discussion in groups, in whole class setting and in one to one discussion with tutor.

Feedback

Fornmative assessment - verbal feedback from tutor. Peer and self assessment Summative assessment - structured, detailed written feedback as per School of Education pro-forma.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.
 

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