This module on “Industrial Dynamics: theory and Empirical Applications will develop students’ ability to understand theories of industrial dynamics...

Industrial Dynamics: Theory and Empirical Applications (SESS0084)

The teaching content for this module will take a blended learning approach. As a prerequisite to taking this module you must have undertaken and successfully...

Assessment of Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) (PHDE0063)

The teaching content for this module will take a blended learning approach. As a prerequisite to taking this module you must have undertaken and successfully completed studies in the theory underpinning reading and spelling acquisition and development; either module 'Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties (dyslexia)' or equivalent. You must also have completed the 'Evidence Based or Evidence Informed Practice Specific Learning Difficulties (dyslexia)' module including the professional practice teaching requirements. In this third module you will require time with three pupils with literacy difficulties to assess their needs through a combination of standardised and informal assessments. You will be required to film two of these assessments, which will be observed with formative feedback given from an AMBDA qualified tutor. You will write three diagnostic reports, also receiving feedback from AMBDA tutors. By the end of the module participants should be able to apply understanding and knowledge of research based theoretical perspectives in a critical and analytic fashion to assessment and teaching decisions. You will be able to administer and analyse both norm-referenced and informal assessments of learners of different ages with reading, writing and spelling difficulties. Students will use current theories to inform their selection of materials for comprehensive assessment of the individual needs of learners with SpLD (dyslexia) of different ages. Students will develop self-reflection and professional expertise in administering and interpreting norm-referenced and informal assessment procedures with children and young adults with SpLD (dyslexia). You will be equipped to write competent professional reports containing diagnostic assessment and recommendations for intervention.