ED3506: MANAGEMENT OF CHANGE (2018-2019)

Last modified: 22 May 2019 17:07

Course Overview

This course is designed for students registered on the BA Childhood Practice degree with a focus on using relevant principles to develop management competencies and understanding of the impact of change on professional roles and responsibilities within an Education and Childcare setting. The aim of the course is to promote and encourage the use of workplace based activities as the basis for academic study. This course is designed to meet the continuing professional development of individuals involved with working with children and students must be employed in a relevant educational setting for a minimum of 12.5 hours per week.

Course Details

Study Type	Undergraduate	Level	3
Term	Second Term	Credit Points	30 credits (15 ECTS credits)
Campus	None.	Sustained Study	No
Co-ordinators	Mrs Catriona McDonald

Qualification Prerequisites

Either Programme Level 3 or Programme Level 4

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

BA (Hons) in Childhood Practice (Studied)
Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

ED3047 Management of Change (Studied)

Are there a limited number of places available?

Course Description

The course will enable the student to investigate operational and strategic concepts associated with change. The student will also investigate the role of inter-disciplinary approaches within childcare and education settings. The content will cover:

the impact of change
the impact of management style and its effect on the learning environment
the necessary components of a stimulating learning environment to enable the planning of a coherent and progressive programme in relation to current curriculum guidance
comparative study of approaches to develop a broad knowledge of the relevant roles of other professionals
inter-disciplinary collaboration and inclusive practice, including a detailed study of an aspect of inter-disciplinary working relevant to the student's own practice
effective strategies for management of conflict, problem-solving, decision making, team building and working
the creation, development and implementation of a personal action plan

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

Written assessment two 3,000 words. Part A and Part B must be completed successfully.

Resubmission of failed components of written assignment.

Formative Assessment

Students are required to collaborate online and give formative feedback within their action learnng sets. Tutors also give written formative feedback on Part A of the course assignment, prior to students undertaking Part B.

Feedback

In keeping with the School of Education policy on assessment, and in sufficient time for students to be able to improve their work through feedback, detailed written feedback on assessment is provided to students (typically within 4 weeks of submission). Feedback can highlight strengths and gives clear guidelines for improvement. Face to face or telephone tutorials can be arranged for studetns who require additional support.

Course Learning Outcomes