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CURRICULUM AND METHODOLOGIES 1

Module code: EDF128
Credits: 7.5
Semester: Year-Long
Department: FROEBEL EDUCATION
International:
Coordinator: Tony Sweeney (FROEBEL EDUCATION)

	Overview
	Student teachers will explore the dynamic processes by which curriculum is designed and facilitated for all pupils, with a particular focus on the junior primary classes. The recognition of the central role of play, as outlined in Aistear (NCCAa, 2009), and pupils as active agents in their own learning will guide experiential learning activities across Visual Arts Education, Drama Education, Music Education, PE, SESE, and SPHE. The organisation and attributes of a Froebelian learning environment with concrete materials will be introduced so the student teachers become aware of the interdependence of teachers� learning and pupil learning and the importance of teacher-pupil relationships in the teaching/learning process through guided discovery and inquiry-based learning. A range of methodologies to achieve planned outcomes will be experienced including opportunities to experiment with and explore new and emerging technologies for teaching and learning.

Overview

Student teachers will explore the dynamic processes by which curriculum is designed and facilitated for all pupils, with a particular focus on the junior primary classes. The recognition of the central role of play, as outlined in Aistear (NCCAa, 2009), and pupils as active agents in their own learning will guide experiential learning activities across Visual Arts Education, Drama Education, Music Education, PE, SESE, and SPHE. The organisation and attributes of a Froebelian learning environment with concrete materials will be introduced so the student teachers become aware of the interdependence of teachers� learning and pupil learning and the importance of teacher-pupil relationships in the teaching/learning process through guided discovery and inquiry-based learning. A range of methodologies to achieve planned outcomes will be experienced including opportunities to experiment with and explore new and emerging technologies for teaching and learning.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Connect curriculum to children�s lives in meaningful ways to promote integration in the primary classroom and enact the principles of curriculum Plan, organise and manage a variety of learning environments to support learning through applying Froebelian, play, inquiry-based and child-centred principles Implement a range of methodologies to achieve planned outcomes in Visual Arts, Drama, Music, PE, SESE and SPHE Reflect upon and assess the achievement of curriculum objectives and adapt their teaching accordingly Employ pedagogical expertise, including subject-specific pedagogical content knowledge and new and emerging technologies for teaching and learning in Visual Arts, Drama, Music, PE, SESE and SPHE at junior primary class level

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Supplemental registrations are permitted subject to satisfactory attendance. University scheduled written examination (Autumn): 120 minutes, On-campus

	Additional Reading
	Bonfield, T and Horgan, K. (2016) Learning to Teach, Teaching to Learn. Dublin: Gill. Bruce, T. (2012) Early Childhood Practice: Froebel Today. London: Sage. Department of Education & Science (1999) Primary School Curriculum. Dublin: Stationery Office. NCCA (2020) Draft Primary Curriculum Framework [online] available at https://ncca.ie/media/4456/ncca-primary-curriculum-framework-2020.pdf (accessed 7.12.2021). NCCA (2009) Aistear � The Early Childhood Curriculum Framework [online] available at https://curriculumonline.ie/Early-Childhood/ (accessed 7.12.2021). Pollard, A. 2nd ed. (2014) Readings for Reflective Teaching in Schools. London: Continuum. Tovey, H. (2013) Bringing the Froebel Approach to your Early Years Practice. London: David Fulton.

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