Please bring with you a module specification document for a module you convene or teach on.
It is useful to bring a laptop or tablet if you have one as we look at online documents in this session.

Who should attend

Staff who are, or who are likely to become, Module Conveners.

Course Description:

This workshop considers the various influences on curriculum, design and module development. Participants will consider how module content is changed and managed, levels of learning and student progression (module 'fit' within a programme) and have the opportunity to examine their own, or their Schools, practices with a view to improving the student learning experience.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify the main roles and responsibilities of a module convener;
• Discuss how internal and external factors influence the curriculum;
• Outline quality assurance frameworks for curriculum development;
• Navigate deadlines and tasks for module change.

Recommended other courses:

Course Planning (Online Course)

UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF)

Areas of Activity: A1
Core Knowledge: K2, K6
Professional Values: V2

Find out more about the framework here.

Pre-Requisites