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2013/14 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
EDUC5832M Special Needs Coordination 1b
10 credits
Module manager: Susan Pearson
Email: S.E.Pearson@education.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2013/14
Pre-requisite qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status and completion of induction period.- This module is only available to those students on the Post Graduate Certificate for Special Educational Needs who are eligible for 20 credits under the APEL scheme.
This module is mutually exclusive with
| EDUC5830M | Special Needs Coordination 1a |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to:- demonstrate an understanding of the concept and nature of the role of SENCO relating it to the Every Child Matters agenda;
- evaluate and analyse critically their schools' current SEN policy and provision;
- demonstrate understanding of the roles of the various stakeholders (e.g. parents, governors);
- develop an action plan to enhance the current provision in their school.
Learning outcomes
- Statutory and regulatory frameworks and relevant developments at national and local level.
- Working strategically with colleagues and governors.
- Strategies for improving outcomes for pupils with SEN and/or disabilities.
Syllabus
- Support with accessing and using the library and other university facilities including the VLE.
- Seminar and tutorial support with developing a critical commentary about SEN provision framed within the Every Child Matter agenda.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Seminar | 2 | 2.00 | 4.00 |
| Tutorial | 3 | 2.00 | 6.00 |
| Private study hours | 90.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 10.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Private study
This module is concerned with developing a reflective account of the individual's skills, knowledge and practices in relation to the SENCO standards.- 5 hours preparation and follow-up for each seminar = 15 hours.
- 50 hours assignment preparation.
- 20 hours networking with other SENCOs.
- 5 hours visit to another school or educational setting.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
A visit by staff from either the university or the LA will be made to the course participant in their school at the end of the module. The format of the visit will normally involve meeting the course participant and their line manager.- The LA personnel will have a role in providing in-school support.
- A document providing guidance about roles and responsibilities of the LA, the HEI, the school and the participant will clarify expectations.
- The equivalent of three 2-hour tutorials will be available for each student.
- All course participants will have an academic tutor.
- All students will have access to the full range of university-based support and guidance.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Essay | 2,000 words | 100.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 07/05/2014
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