Language, learning and development CPD
The module addresses the patterns evident in the development of children's language and learning.
Course Information
| Start Date | Start Time | Duration | Cost | Course Code | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 18 January 2012 | The module runs for 3 days over one term. | Contact CPD admissions for the latest information. | HCM019 | Apply Now |
Eligibility
- First or second-class honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject
- The Licentiate Diploma of the Royal college of Speech and Language Therapists is also accepted.
English Requirements
For those students whose first language is not English one of the following qualifications is also required:- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL (internet-based): 100
What will I learn?
The module will enable you to:- Understand the basic questions and issues in the study of child development
- Comprehensively understand the way children develop speech, language, literacy and numeracy
- Gain knowledge of the cognitive basis of language, literacy and numeracy
- Synthesise and critically evaluate competing theoretical explanations of learning and development
- Identify and evaluate the research methods used for investigating different aspects of language learning and development.
Teaching and Assessment
Mode of deliveryTeaching methods include face to face lectures, seminars and discussion and use of online resource to support teaching.
Assessment
Assessment for the module consists of a written coursework designed to assess your ability to critically review the main tenants of the literature using a case study or other information from your workplace. You will be expected to demonstrate high levels of critical understanding of the issues involved and show evidence of synthesising and critically evaluating current theories. Emphasis will be placed on the application of theory to practice.