Programme Specification for the 2023/4 academic year
MA Technology, Creativity and Thinking in Education
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | MA Technology, Creativity and Thinking in Education | Programme code | PTA1EDUEDU08 |
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| Study mode(s) | Full Time |
Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Campus(es) | St Luke's (Exeter) |
NQF Level of the Final Award | 7 (Masters) |
2. Description of the Programme
The MA in Technology, Creativity and Thinking in Education develops a critical and reflective programme of work for individuals who would like to enhance their understanding and knowledge around approaches to learning and teaching which meet the needs of learners in the 21st century. Our programme will support you to develop your knowledge and understanding in approaches related to technology, creativity and thinking in education, prepare you for further (professional) research and provide a firm foundation for developing your career in education and associated disciplines.
The two core modules of the programme will work together to enable students to apply new educational theories and insights from cutting edge research to practical learning situations around the topics such as educational technology, communication, creativity and thinking.
You will learn and work in a variety of ways to further your understanding. This includes lectures, seminars, workshops, peer led activity and online and digital resources and activities. For the two core modules, some teaching experience is preferred and/or you may need to be currently working in an education context. All modules are assessed through course work – there are no final examinations. Assessments are varied and include essays, digital portfolios and presentations.
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
The key aim of the programme is to facilitate conceptual links between theory and practice through reflective action from the participants. Each of the modules will encourage the students to reflect on an area of their practice in light of the theories, methods and policies presented and discussed in the course.
More specifically the Programme aims to equip you with:
- a good grasp of the central ideas, concepts, debates, theories, philosophies and approaches around the role of technology, creativity and thinking skills in education;
- a critical understanding of the main issues around the role of education in the Internet Age and around possible futures for education;
- the ability to define and evaluate complex educational issues, drawing on international perspectives in relation to the role of technology, creativity and thinking in education
- to equip you with the methodological knowledge needed to select appropriate methods to research;
- to provide you with knowledge and skills needed to integrate theory and practice and skills and understanding to conduct research projects independently using any of the main methodologies of educational research;
4. Programme Structure
The MA Technology and Education Futures is a 1-year programme of study at Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level 7 (as confirmed against the FHEQ). This programme consists of 1 stage. Each stage is normally equivalent to an academic year.
Interim / Exit Awards
The modular format of the Programme provides exit points in the form of Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits) and Diploma (120 credits) organised in line with the national framework established by the QAA. You may exit the programme with these qualifications provided you have obtained the requisite number of credits as shown below.
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Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits) 2 x 30 credit modules OR 1 x 60 credit module |
Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits) 4 x 30 credit modules OR 2 x 30 credit modules plus 1 x 60 credit module
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5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
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Stage 1
Stage 1: 150 credits of compulsory modules, 30 credit optional module
Compulsory Modules
A - Students must take either EFPM308 Preparing for Educational Research and Dissertation OR EFPM331 Preparing for Education Inquiry Portfolio
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
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| EFPM914 | Education Studies | 30 | No |
| EFPM916 | Thinking Skills and Creativity in the Internet Age | 30 | No |
| EFPM294 | Technology and Education Futures | 30 | No |
| EFPM200 | SoE Success for All | 0 | No |
| EFPM308 | Preparing for Educational Research and Dissertation [See note A above] | 60 | Yes |
| EFPM331 | Preparing for Educational Inquiry Portfolio [See note A above] | 60 | Yes |
Optional Modules
Choose 1 of the following
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFPM919 | Critical Perspectives on Inclusive Education | 30 | No |
| EFPM907 | Creativity in Education: Valuing, Facilitating and Assessing It | 30 | No |
| EFPM918 | Reflecting on Educational Practices | 30 | No |
| EFPM913 | Debating the Big Questions in Education | 30 | No |
| EFPM910 | Education Policy | 30 | No |
| EFPM375 | Education for diversity | 30 | No |
6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Intended Learning Outcomes
A: Specialised Subject Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
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| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
1. Demonstrate the ability to reflect on and critically evaluate claims that have been made about technology and creativity in education, and thinking skills; | Whilst there may be some differences in terms of teaching and learning methods across modules, you can expect to engage with a range of learning activities. For example, in addition to lectures, you will also take part in seminar sessions where you will get the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding even further by contributing to group discussions, taking part in debates, critically engaging with academic literature and research, (guided and independently) and encouraged to work independently and collaboratively with others.
from individual module tutors regarding your assignment tasks | Whilst there will be differences in types of assessment across the programme, the compulsory modules as listed above will provide students will opportunities to demonstrate ILOs 1-4. All modules will have both formative and summative assessments. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
B: Academic Discipline Core Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
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| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
5. Demonstrate the ability to review and evaluate critically current research and advanced scholarship relevant to the module content through close analysis of practice and theory; | ILOs 5-8 will be accommodated & facilitated by the following learning & teaching activities:
| Whilst there will be differences in types of assessment across the programme, the compulsory modules as listed above will provide students will opportunities to demonstrate ILOs 5-8. All modules will have both formative and summative assessments. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
C: Personal/Transferable/Employment Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
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| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
9. demonstrate the ability to identify and critically discuss current issues in educational technology; | ILOs 9-13 will be accommodated & facilitated by the following learning & teaching activities
| Whilst there will be differences in types of assessment across the programme, the compulsory modules as listed above will provide students will opportunities to demonstrate ILOs 9-13. All modules will have both formative and summative assessments. |
7. Programme Regulations
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for all taught programmes can be found in the TQA Manual, specifically in the Credit and Qualifications Framework, and the Assessment, Progression and Awarding: Taught Programmes Handbook. Additional information, including Generic Marking Criteria, can be found in the Learning and Teaching Support Handbook.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
Personal and Academic tutoring : It is University policy that all Faculties should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you on individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.
As an undergraduate or postgraduate taught student in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS),, you will be allocated a Personal Tutor at the commencement of your studies. In normal circumstances, your Personal Tutor will remain your tutor throughout your study programme. Your Personal Tutor is normally available through scheduled office hours but should also see you as a matter of course three times a year. These meetings may typically commence soon after registration. These meetings will take place termly to discuss your progress.
You should feel that you are able to approach your personal tutor for advice, pastoral support or academic support in a wider sense.
Library, ELE and other resources provided to support this programme:
The Library offers you core services for learning and research. Whilst the various locations house a large collection of materials and services, many of our resources are available online through the library website for you to use at home, work or wherever you are located for your study. Each discipline has a subject librarian on hand to help you to find resources and we also work with tutors to digitise reading lists for inclusion in the Exeter Learning Environment (ELE). ELE is used throughout the University to make course materials available online. You will be able to access module information, presentations, handouts, reading materials as well as interacting with other students and your tutors. Many tutors use ELE to run assessments and set coursework assignments. In addition to the materials provided by your tutors, there are various other resources available on ELE to help you in your studies.
The University provides a range of IT services, including open and training clusters of PCs (available on a 24/7 basis). In the Faculty of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences this includes a 24/7 suite in Amory and a second one in the St Luke’s Campus Library. These suites are accessible by swiping your university card. The majority of the Faculty also has access to the university’s wireless network. Network access is available from the majority of rooms in University halls of residence through the ResNet system.
Helpdesks are maintained on all campuses but for students based on St Lukes campus, your main point for help will be Info St Lukes.
Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision .
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