PED5601 - Communication, Language and Literacy in EYFS and Key Stage 1

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

1 Demonstrate a critical understanding of the complexity of the interaction between learning and contexts, and the range of ways in which participants (including learners and teachers) can influence the learning process.
2 Analyse educational concepts, theories and issues of policy in a systematic way.

Content:

The module has several strands:
It introduces reading comprehension and writing composition in the context of a rich and varied curriculum. A range of interactive teaching and learning strategies, routines and resources which include speaking and listening are demonstrated and evaluated.
Poetry including poems with predictable and repetitive patterns from a range of cultures and common themes will be introduced.
The ‘simple view of reading’ with a focus on reading processes and word recognition is reviewed. There is an emphasis on understanding phonemes, graphemes, morphemes and the irregularities of English orthography. Theory and research into teaching early reading with special reference to systematic synthetic phonic is a key focus.
Models of planning and assessment for formative purposes are demonstrated in preparation for School-based Training.
This module will address the following 2012 Qualified Teacher Status Standards:
3. A teacher must demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge;
4. plan and teach well structured lessons;
5. adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils; and
6. make accurate and productive use of assessment.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Teaching methods will include weekly lectures, practical workshops and tutorials. A range of planning and assessment models will be presented.
Lectures / workshops
Contact hours: 18
Intended Group size: 40

Tutorials
Contact hours: 2
Intended Group size: 40
br> Additional assessment information
The exam tests trainees’ knowledge and understanding of the theory and research related to teaching early reading.

Assessment: