EDUC42130

The aim of this module is to develop an in-depth knowledge on the part of students the relationships between curriculum, pedagogy and assessment. There will be a particular focus on the curricular reform processes at both junior and senior cylces in post primary education. The differences and the relationships between assessment for and of learning will be explored with reference to curricular design and learning contexts. The new Junior Cycle framework will be explored and evaluated with specific reference to the vision, values and principles of junior cycle education. Students will be faciliated in developing school based approaches in subjects, PLUs and short courses employing exemplars from the NCCA. These issues will also be considered in relation to Transition Year, the Leaving Certifcate Established, the Leaving Certificate Applied and the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme. The concept of evaluation will be examined with an emphasis on the differences between evaluation and assessment in curricular design. Quality assurance processes will be identified in the context of students' work within classroom contexts.