Policy and Practice in Basic Skills in Education - MA full-time

Why choose this course? Here we will give you a challenging academic environment that is focused on bringing out the best in you. Take advantage of flexible delivery, including online and classroom delivery, which fits around your professional commitments Develop your skills via a range of modules tailored to your professional interests Reflect on your own educational specialisms through both theory and practical work Learn from course tutors with pedigree in education research, theory and practice Enjoy small group sizes, high levels of personal tuition and contact with staff Course overview The MA Policy and Practice in Basic Skills in Education is an advanced and flexible course. It meets the professional development needs of experienced educationalists, in particular the need to be able to engage in informed, sustained and integrated change-focused action based on sound theoretical principles and appropriate and evaluated practices. The course is for teachers, trainers, team leaders and heads of department/section who work in the field of Literacy/ESOL and/or Numeracy/Mathematics teaching. This exciting and demanding master’s course will develop your knowledge and critical thinking skills regarding the principles and practice of Literacy/ESOL and/or Numeracy/Mathematics learning. You will be taught by educational professionals using a mix of seminars, presentations, experiential learner-centred activities, group and individual tasks and e-learning. Special features The University of Bolton has a long-standing and excellent reputation for the teaching of education courses, and professional development in particular. ...