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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title Curriculum Development and Evaluation
Module Code ES546
School School of Education Studies
Online Module Resources

Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Frances Leahy
Semester 2: Frances Leahy
Autumn: Frances Leahy
Module TeacherFrances Leahy
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
Students will obtain a systematic understanding of knowledge based on the latest research in the field of Curriculum Studies and will be able to develop and evaluate curricular initiatives in schools based on this knowledge.

Learning Outcomes
1. Appraise and evaluate in the context of curriculum theory and practice the main issues to be considered in planning, developing and assessing programmes of instruction.
2. Plan and propose new initiatives collaboratively in the curriculum field.
3. Explain the theoretical origins and practical implications of school evaluation systems.
4. Examine the structure, procedure and process of the Department of Education and Science Looking at Our Schools (LAOS) programme.
5. Construct, develop and validate a range of self evaluation instruments in a school setting.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
On-line learning24VLE
Tutorial12Weekly
Group work12Subject based
Independent learning53No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Curriculum.
Introduction to Curriculum Theory.

Curriculum.
Impact of curriculum theory on recent Irish educational initiatives.

Evaluation.
Introduction to evaluation theory.

Evaluation.
Exploration of recent international Exploration of recent international initiatives in school and subject evaluation from the perspective of evaluation theory (e.g. OFSTED. PACE).

Evaluation in Irish Schools.
History of Evaluation in Irish Schools.

Evaluation.
Comparison of International Evaluation Systems.

Evaluation.
Theoretical Origins and Structure of Looking at Our Schools (LAOS).

Self Evaluation.
Exploration of theoretical underpinnings of self evaluation movement.

Self Evaluation.
Design and implementation of a range of self evaluation instruments in a school setting.

Self Evaluation.
Engagement in online debate and Engagement in online debate and discussion about the potential role of self evaluation as a mechanism for professional development and school improvement.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Essayn/a100%Sem 2 End
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
  • Gerry McNamara, Joe O'Hara: 2008, Trusting schools and teacher, P. Lang, New York, 978-0-8204-8638-3
  • Frances and Roland, Bee: 2003, Learning needs analysis and evaluation, 2nd Edition, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, London, ISBN:0-85292-967-6
  • George J. Posner: 1995, Analyzing the curriculum, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, ISBN 0-07-050705-8
Other Resources
2461, Virtual Learning Environment, DCU, 2010, Moodle, Internet, moodle.dcu.ie,
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GDEDGraduate Diploma in Education
Timetable this semester: Timetable for ES546
Date of Last Revision23-AUG-10
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