Teaching English Pathway

SyllabusUnit 1: Preparing To Study

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand how study is organised and planned
• Understand how to apply theories of learning in relation to personal approaches to learning
• Understand a range of constraints upon study
• Understand the importance of assessment feedback.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to write with relevance in responding to an academic task.
• Know how to interpret and discuss concepts and debates in responding to a set, academic writing task.
• Be able to summarise for academic purposes, selecting key points, information or central ideas.
• Understand the role of reference, allusion and paraphrase to avoid plagiarism.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand how to use key information sources.
• Understand why sources are acknowledged and referenced.
• Understand a range of reading strategies.
• Understand note-making methods.
• Understand how to plan draft and produce a written assignment.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to plan a piece of research on an approved subject area.
• Be able to collect research material from different sources
• Be able to use data to substantiate an argument
• Be able to record sources of information
• Be able to present research findings

On completion of this unit you will:

• Plan and prepare for teaching within the National Curriculum.
• Understand the importance of classroom design.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand potential next steps in education.
• Understand key sources of information relevant to HE application.
• Understand personal HE opportunities.
• Understand the financial implications of further study.
• Know how to apply for a course

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand Piaget’s theory of development
• Understand the major criticisms of Piaget’s work in child development.
• Understand alternative theories of development.
• Understand how stages of development link to practical situations.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the structure and functions of the organs of the digestive system.
• Understand nutrients and their sources.
• Understand how diet may influence health

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the structure and function of the human reproductive system
• Understand how hormones regulate the reproductive tract throughout life
• Understand the sequence of events from conception to puberty

On completion of this unit you will:

• Recognise anti-social behaviour
• Recognise anti-institutional behaviour
• Understand the formal discipline processes/procedures of a school
• Understand the informal methods of implementing discipline within a classroom setting
• Understand some of the underlying causes of behavioural problems as displayed in the classroom

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the stages of development on children’s language.
• Understand the contrasting views on language acquisition.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Have knowledge of theories of cognitive development
• Understand learning theory
• Have knowledge of the application of theories of learning and cognitive development to classroom practice

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand models of teaching and learning.
• Understand ‘blocks’ to learning.
• Understand curriculum planning and lesson planning.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of a range of theories of learning.
• Demonstrate an understanding of different learning and teaching styles.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be aware of the physical, intellectual, language, emotional and social development of the child.
• Understand the main aspects of social and emotional development.
• Know factors which may affect pupil development and behaviour.
• Know methods for managing pupil behaviour.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand styles used in written English.
• Understand factors influencing language.
• Understand the role of the writer.
• Understand the process and effects of language change.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Know how to respond to a novel.
• Know how to demonstrate skills in the analysis of novel writing.
• Understand the contextual aspects of the novel.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand how an author creates character.
• Understand the structure of plot within a drama.
• Understand the part played by language in dramatic effect.
• Understand how a play transfers from page to stage.
• Know how to articulate a personal response to the impact of drama and performance.

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand narrative elements of the story.
• Understand textual features and language.
• Understand the influence of social and historical factors on the text.
• Know how to make a personal response to the text.
• Know how to use supporting evidence.

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 342 hrs.