Dyslexia

Description

The Dyslexia module (PGES11015) aims to promote participants’ understanding of the nature and implications for learning and teaching of dyslexia.  This is achieved through exposure to different theoretical and research perspectives, and critical engagement with a range of relevant issues.  The module starts with an overview of the nature of dyslexia and proceeds with a critical examination of issues relating to identification and support.  A range of approaches and practices used to support learners with dyslexia are considered.  Based on their developing understanding of dyslexia, participants are invited to make informed judgments about the features of effective educational provision for learners with dyslexia.

On successful completion of this module, participants will be able to:

  • Demonstrate and work with knowledge that covers and integrates the main dimensions of dyslexia, including their features, boundaries, terminology and conventions.
  • Demonstrate critical understanding of the principal theories, concepts and principles associated with dyslexia.
  • Demonstrate critical understanding of current issues associated with dyslexia.
  • Present reasoned arguments and express ideas in a clear, coherent academic style drawing on academic literature relating to the themes explored during the module and relating these to their own professional experiences.

This is an SCQF Level 11 module and upon successful completion, participants will be awarded 20 credits.

 

Delivery 

This module is delivered on a Distance Learning basis. 

The module delivery is structured around four tasks; a two-week period is devoted to each task.  

There will be a one-week online orientation period starting 13th January 2025. Thereafter, teaching will commence 20th January - 17th March with the assessment deadline on April 14th.

 

Course presenter

This module will be delivered by Dr Lisa McAuliffe. 

 

Funding

This course may be available on a fully funded basis to some delegates.  Further details, including regarding eligibility, are available under Funding Support.

If you have any questions, please contact us at cpd@uws.ac.uk  

 

NOTE: This is a university module and upon approval of your application, you will be invited to register and then supported to complete enrolment. To enrol on the university system, the first step involves security set-up using the Microsoft Authenticator app; you will need to ensure that you have a compatible smartphone.

Further information is available at the Student Information Portal.

To access this module via the CPD route, individuals should be ordinarily resident in Scotland.  If you do not meet this criteria, please enquire here.

 

MEd Education Studies

In addition to being available on a CPD basis, this module is part of our MEd Education Studies.

Our MEd Education Studies is offered as a part-time, fully online programme taught over 3-6 years. It offers existing education practitioners the opportunity to study Education at Masters level where you can apply your learning to your professional context.

This Masters framework is focused on preparing students to make a difference in their professional educational/training setting and beyond. Teaching and learning is underpinned by cutting edge research, informed by a national and global perspective.

Modules available through the UWS CPD Centre include:

You can exit with a generic award of MEd Education Studies or you can complete one of the named specialisms available:

  • MEd Education Studies
  • MEd Education Studies (Creativity)
  • MEd Education Studies (Curriculum Enhancement)
  • MEd Education Studies (Early Years)
  • MEd Education Studies (Inclusion)
  • MEd Education Studies (Leadership)
  • MEd Education Studies (Mental Health and Education)

For further information, please contact ask@uws.ac.uk