Overview

Students will gain an insight into these important topics.

Specific topics covered will include the principles of effective instruction; the desired outcomes of learning; how to implement Precision Teaching and Direct Instruction (specifically as applied to teaching reading [beginning and remedial]) within educational settings; the vital role that research plays in effective education; and the barriers that exist to the implementation of effective evidence-based approaches within our educational system. Students will also be introduced to the different levels of measurement (Macro, Meta, & Micro), and how they can be used to support an effective Response to Intervention (RtI) model.

For reading list, please refer to Talis Aspire on BlackBoard Site for this module.

https://rl.talis.com/3/bangor/lists/63985889-8DB5-776C-FA4B-06771F2F66C2.html?lang=en-GB

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -Threshold D- to D+------------------Knowledge of key principles only. Many errors and weaknesses in terms of presentation and accuracy. Little use of evidence to support the points made in examination answers. Poor oral presentation skills, demonstrating a little knowledge of the main elements of the subject area. Arguments were presented in written assignments, but they did not flow, and there was no evidence of original interpretation nor critical thinking. Very little use of evidence to support the points made, and little evidence of additional reading. Relatively interesting and relevant research questions were presented, but lacked a firm understanding of evidence-based methods of education. No evaluation of the theoretical and practical applications of the field. -good -Good B- to B+-------------Good presentation of strong knowledge about evidence-based methods of education in a clear, concise, and accurate manner. Good use of evidence to support the points made in examination answers. Good oral presentation skills, demonstrating relatively clear understanding, independent work, and critical thinking.Good and logical development of critical arguments in written assignments, evidence of additional reading, and original interpretation. Good use of studies discussed in the seminars, as well as additional research, to support the points made. Good presentation of interesting and relevant research questions, demonstrating a true understanding of evidence-based methods of education, and a good evaluation of the theoretical and practical applications of the field. -excellent -Excellent A- to A**-------------------Excellent presentation of comprehensive knowledge about evidence-based methods of education in a clear, concise, and accurate manner. Excellent use of evidence to support the points made in examination answers. Excellent oral presentation skills, demonstrating a clear understanding, independent work, and critical thinking. Excellent and logical development of critical arguments in written assignments, evidence of additional reading, and original interpretation. Excellent use of studies discussed in the seminars, as well as additional research, to support the points made. Excellent presentation of interesting and relevant research questions, demonstrating a true understanding of evidence-based methods of education, and an excellent evaluation of the theoretical and practical applications of the field. -another level-Satisfactory C- to C--------------------Satisfactory presentation of knowledge about evidence-based methods of education in a relatively clear manner, but with a few inaccuracies. Satisfactory use of evidence to support the points made in examination answers. Satisfactory oral presentation skills, demonstrating an understanding of the main elements of the subject area, but with very little critical thinking. Satisfactory development of critical arguments in written assignments, however the arguments presented lacked coherence. Satisfactory use of studies discussed in the seminars to support the points made, but very little evidence of additional reading. Satisfactory presentation of interesting and relevant research questions, demonstrating some understanding of evidence-based methods of education, and a satisfactory evaluation of the theoretical and practical applications of the field.