BA (Hons) Primary Teaching Studies with QTS

Program Overview

This blended learning program prepares Teaching Assistants to become Qualified Teachers while continuing to work. It combines online and on-campus sessions, with a focus on practical applications and classroom experiences. Graduates are equipped for careers in primary teaching and other education-related fields, and are highly sought after by employers. The program provides comprehensive support to students throughout their studies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

This course is a stimulating and challenging vocational degree course that also leads to a professional qualification. To make the most of it, you’ll need to be highly motivated and well-organized, and equally confident in learning with others as learning independently. In return, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to equip yourself with the academic and professional qualities required in 21st-century teachers.

Objectives:

This course is designed to allow individuals working as Teaching Assistants to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) while continuing to work. This course uses blended learning, providing the flexibility needed for working professionals.

Description:

This course will be delivered via blended learning where students will be taught remotely for the equivalent of 1 day per week. Roughly one day each half term, students will attend campus for sessions, and the remainder of the taught content will be delivered through a mix of synchronous and asynchronous sessions to allow students flexibility. Some placements may take place in the school in which students are working as a TA.

Outline:

Content:

The course curriculum is underpinned by the Core Content Framework (DfE, 2019) and includes three placements where students will learn how to apply the principles of teaching.

Modules:

• Introducing Pedagogy, Curriculum and Assessment
• Professional Behaviours and Wellbeing
• Developing Pedagogy, Curriculum and Assessment
• Behaviour and Inclusion
• Extending Pedagogy, Curriculum and Assessment
• Professional Identity
• Research Project-Behaviour and Inclusion

Assessment:

Methods:

Teaching:

Methods:

The program utilizes blended learning through online and on-campus sessions.

Faculty:

The course is led by experienced professionals with expertise in primary education.

Unique Approaches:

The course focuses on practical applications, integrating academic learning with classroom experiences.

Careers:

Opportunities:

This course equips graduates for careers in primary teaching and other education-related fields.

Outcomes:

Graduates are highly sought after and find successful employment as primary school teachers.

Other:

Support:

Questions for Head Teachers:

• Time required for blended learning
• TA's responsibilities
• Placement details

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