Critical Approaches to Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Critical Approaches to Teaching, Learning and Assessment (ECE501)

Synopsis

Teaching, learning and assessment are key components of education. This course examines pedagogy in a holistic way as it supports critical and reflective teaching, learning and assessment practices. Pedagogy and assessment cover not only the teaching approaches, pupil-teacher interactions and how learning is documented and assessed, but also serve to inform educational theories, personal learning styles, assessment, and relationships in the educational learning environment. This course challenges learners to reappraise their understanding and practice through effectively linking theory to practice.

Level: 5
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every July

Topics

The meaning of pedagogy
Key concepts and components of effective pedagogy
Factors that influence personal learning styles
Approaches to critical reflection and documentation of learning
Evaluation of learning and teaching practices
Different forms and approaches in providing feedback
Assessment of learning: What it means in practice
Assessment for learning: Translating it into practice
Assessment as learning: Implications in teaching and learning
An integrated approach using personal learning styles pedagogy
Professionalism in early childhood education
Implications of teaching, learning and assessment in early childhood education

Learning Outcome

Verify the key concepts and components of effective pedagogy
Discuss the factors that influence personal learning styles
Critique approaches to critical reflection in teaching and learning
Analyse the importance of making sense of assessment and feedback
Propose critical approaches of teaching and learning in work settings
Evaluate strategies for effective application