Develop a critical analysis of the research informing practice in digital skills, citizenship and digital leadership;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Teaching strategies include opportunities for both seminal work in group learning sets and both written and design projects in support of scholarly works.


Learning will be both individual and collaborative.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment is measured against the following six major features of coursework:
- Criticality and Reflection;
- Coherence of Argument;
- Use of Literature/Research;
- Application of Professional Experience;
- Quality of Citation;
- Structure/Presentation and any other comments;
as well as the general aims of the programme and specific module learning outcomes.

Evaluate theory and practice in relation to inter and intra professional learning and D-schools or connected classrooms;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Learning outcomes are achieved through discussion with colleagues and tutors and through project-based learning for application to practice.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment is measured against the following six major features of coursework:
- Criticality and Reflection;
- Coherence of Argument;
- Use of Literature/Research;
- Application of Professional Experience;
- Quality of Citation;
- Structure/Presentation and any other comments;
as well as the general aims of the programme and specific module learning outcomes.

Evaluate the concepts of pedagogy and digital skills and digital citizenship and develop practice in a research informed manner;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Learning outcomes are achieved through discussion with colleagues and tutors and through contextualised projects demonstrating the application of learning.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment is measured against the following six major features of coursework:
- Criticality and Reflection;
- Coherence of Argument;
- Use of Literature/Research;
- Application of Professional Experience;
- Quality of Citation;
- Structure/Presentation and any other comments;
as well as the general aims of the programme and specific module learning outcomes.

Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based education and the impact of professional learning to improve the 2030 Skills Vision;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Learning outcomes are achieved through the development of impact focused projects which will be assessed using evidence-based outcomes.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment is measured against the following six major features of coursework:
- Criticality and Reflection;
- Coherence of Argument;
- Use of Literature/Research;
- Application of Professional Experience;
- Quality of Citation;
- Structure/Presentation and any other comments;
as well as the general aims of the programme and specific module learning outcomes.

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Learning outcomes are achieved through discussion with colleagues and tutors and through the reflective learning tasks/etivities based on each module studied and projects in support of learning application.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Students will undertake electures (pre-recorded/*asynchronous) and seminar work (active learning **synchronously).

Learning outcomes are achieved through discussion with colleagues and tutors and through the reflective learning tasks/etivities based on each module studied and projects in support of learning application.

Methods of Assessment

Summative assessment is measured against the following six major features of coursework:
- Criticality and Reflection;
- Coherence of Argument;
- Use of Literature/Research;
- Application of Professional Experience;
- Quality of Citation;
- Structure/Presentation and any other comments;
as well as the general aims of the programme and specific module learning outcomes.

Evaluate professional contexts through design process and appropriate use of research scholarship;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Digital skills, d-schools and digital citizenship offer a focus on both modules, allowing the learner to develop their professional practice through design thinking and process while carrying out practitioner consultations and evaluations in a robust and ethical manner.

Communicate effectively in written, oral and other means;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

All modules will offer opportunities to support the whole-professional learner. Developing their metacognitive and communication skills will be the focus of both modules. Seminar work and the development of group learning opportunities will be highlighted as a key part of the learning journey.

Methods of Assessment

Both formative and summative assessments will involve the development of effective to excellent academic presentation and writing skills for both professional and research audiences.

Use higher level ICT skills (analysis and design) competently in their study and other appropriate situations and be able to judge where the use of ICT is not appropriate;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Digital competence will be a key part of the PG Certificate allowing for the development of new and emerging practices and upskilling in a range of new platforms and associated tools. Teaching and learning tasks will involve online activities that support practice and the utilisation of advanced ICT competence including analytical and design skills. Design skills will include the development of professional posters and innovative and creative application skills that highlight the use of research and visual evidence.

Methods of Assessment

Formative assessment of transferable skills will be principally through tutor observation during active learning. Course work assignments will require the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis. Project based learning allows for the development of these skills in practice.

Process and synthesise empirical and theoretical data, to create new syntheses and to present and justify a chosen position having drawn on relevant theoretical perspectives;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

In the teaching methods employed in both modules where students will be involved in the processes of communication, co-operation, analysis and task management, enhancing their professional effectiveness. Course work involves the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis. The carrying out and the reporting of project elements will help develop communication, ICT, numerical and analytical skills. It will develop the ability to plan and manage their own learning, to process and synthesise data and to justify positions and conclusions.

Methods of Assessment

Formative assessment of transferable skills will be principally through tutor observation during active learning. Course work assignments will require the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis, while project-based learning allows a range of transferable skills to be assessed.

Improve their own learning and performance, including the development of applied projects / design ideas, information retrieval, and a capacity to plan and manage learning, and to reflect on their own learning;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

In the teaching methods employed in various modules students will be involved in the processes of communication, co-operation, analysis and task management, enhancing their professional effectiveness. Course work involves the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis. The carrying out and the reporting of the study in the dissertation element will help develop communication, ICT and analytical skills. It will develop the ability to plan and manage their own learning, to process and synthesise data and to justify positions and conclusions.

Methods of Assessment

Formative assessment of transferable skills will be principally through tutor observation during active learning. Course work assignments will require the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis, and projects allow for a range of transferable skills to be assessed.

Evaluate and justify new theories and ideas using appropriate research evidence in support of improving practices.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

In the teaching methods employed in various modules students will be involved in the processes of communication, co-operation, analysis and task management, enhancing their professional effectiveness. Assignments will be applied in nature as well as critically reflective of new theoretical ideas allowing for the development of professional practice, learning and dissemination.

Methods of Assessment

Formative assessment of transferable skills will be principally through tutor observation during active learning. Course work assignments will require the use of transferable skills such as communication, ICT skills, analysis and synthesis, while projects allow for a range of transferable skills to be assessed.

Research, design and develop and articulate their ideas for digital leadership and digital pedagogies at ease for both a research/academic and professional audience;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Learning outcomes are acquired through electures (*asynchronously), active learning and independent directed reading. Students are encouraged to rigorously scrutinise their own practice and are helped to formulate new methodologies in discussion with tutors and other colleagues.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of learning takes the form of essays, reports, preparation and evaluations of teaching resources. Assessed work tests the students’ ability to present ideas cogently, to demonstrate an appropriate level of skill and analysis, to argue from authority appropriately, and to reflect critically on the electures, the reading, and their own practice.
Assessed coursework tests ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. This involves reflection upon professional practice
Some self-assessment and peer assessment for formative purposes is practised although this does not contribute to the formal examination of modules.

Embed professional learning into practice, demonstrating learning across a range of key concepts and modes of enquiry in educational studies;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Learning outcomes are acquired through electures (*asynchronously), active learning and independent directed reading. Students are encouraged to rigorously scrutinise their own practice and are helped to formulate new methodologies in discussion with tutors and other colleagues.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of learning takes the form of essays, reports, preparation and evaluations of teaching resources. Assessed work tests the students’ ability to present ideas cogently, to demonstrate an appropriate level of skill and analysis, to argue from authority appropriately, and to reflect critically on the electures, the reading, and their own practice.
Assessed coursework tests ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. This involves reflection upon professional practice
Some self-assessment and peer assessment for formative purposes is practised although this does not contribute to the formal examination of modules.

Explore some of the major challenges and associated issues and developments in education and training from a regional, national and international perspective;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Learning outcomes are acquired through electures (*asynchronously), active learning and independent directed reading. Students are encouraged to rigorously scrutinise their own practice and are helped to formulate new methodologies in discussion with tutors and other colleagues.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of learning takes the form of essays, reports, preparation and evaluations of teaching resources. Assessed work tests the students’ ability to present ideas cogently, to demonstrate an appropriate level of skill and analysis, to argue from authority appropriately, and to reflect critically on the electures, the reading, and their own practice.
Assessed coursework tests ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. This involves reflection upon professional practice
Some self-assessment and peer assessment for formative purposes is practised although this does not contribute to the formal examination of modules.

Compare and critically contrast appropriate theoretical foundations and contemporary literature on which to base practice;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Learning outcomes are acquired through electures (*asynchronously), active learning and independent directed reading. Students are encouraged to rigorously scrutinise their own practice and are helped to formulate new methodologies in discussion with tutors and other colleagues.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of learning takes the form of essays, reports, preparation and evaluations of teaching resources. Assessed work tests the students’ ability to present ideas cogently, to demonstrate an appropriate level of skill and analysis, to argue from authority appropriately, and to reflect critically on the electures, the reading, and their own practice.
Assessed coursework tests ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. This involves reflection upon professional practice
Some self-assessment and peer assessment for formative purposes is practised although this does not contribute to the formal examination of modules.

Develop their professional and research voice as digital leaders, highlighting an in-depth understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in their professional working context.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Learning outcomes are acquired through electures (*asynchronously), active learning and independent directed reading. Students are encouraged to rigorously scrutinise their own practice and are helped to formulate new methodologies in discussion with tutors and other colleagues.

Methods of Assessment

Assessment of learning takes the form of essays, reports, preparation and evaluations of teaching resources. Assessed work tests the students’ ability to present ideas cogently, to demonstrate an appropriate level of skill and analysis, to argue from authority appropriately, and to reflect critically on the electures, the reading, and their own practice.
Assessed coursework tests ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. This involves reflection upon professional practice
Some self-assessment and peer assessment for formative purposes is practised although this does not contribute to the formal examination of modules.

Contribute to the digital leadership developments in their profession in a critical, analytical and innovative manner;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Projects will involve opportunities for both formative and summative assessment and learning. A research informed approach to professional project-based learning will be employed including opportunities to disseminate learning.

Analyse the needs of the sector and key stakeholders in order to improve educational environments, identifying trends and common characteristics in important educational processes;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Projects will involve opportunities for both formative and summative assessment and learning. A research informed approach to professional project-based learning will be employed including opportunities to disseminate learning.

Develop digitial skills within the curriculum as leaders and promote champion-leadership for digital citizenship in the region;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Projects will involve opportunities for both formative and summative assessment and learning. A research informed approach to professional project-based learning will be employed including opportunities to disseminate learning.

Constructively consider best practice with a leadership to action approach to digital citizenship while using objective criteria;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Application of learning skills will be an important aspect of the professional learning journey on both modules. The development of criticality will be important as the academic research skills advance on the modules. Both assignments will invest time in active learning and clinics in support of this digital leadership skill set.

Demonstrate reflective leadership skills in the field of digital skills and epedagogies;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Reflective learning is an integral part of the course as is reflective leadership and evidence-based education. Both sets of coursework will challenge the professional learner to development themselves as digital leaders and champions for digital skills across the curriculum. Seminars will be hosted in support of this metacognitive development and opportunities for whole-school outcomes will form the basis of project learning.

Present future plans while demonstrating the use an evidence based critique of digital skills needs appropriate for educational studies;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Projects will involve opportunities for both formative and summative assessment and learning. A research informed approach to professional project-based learning will be employed including opportunities to disseminate learning including future plans and recommendations for improvement.

Develop their academic voice and contribute to the professional debate on topics and issues relevant to education, teaching and learning;

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Subject-specific skills are developed through private study, directed work including coursework or project work. They are reinforced and extended in taught sessions by electures, tutorials, seminars and active learning.

Methods of Assessment

Criticality will form the basis of the leadership module in particular assisting learners during seminars to advance their evaluative skills and providing formative opportunities to develop and articulate learning in an evidence-based manner. This will inform the summative assessment later where the student is expected to offer strong narrative views on the basis of their learning on the modules and application to practice.