Assessment & Feedback
This short programme comprises one of the modules offered on the MA in Learning and Teaching which aims to develop a deep understanding of assessment and feedback practices in order to enhance practice. The programme is suitable for those currently working in teaching or training roles.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Dundalk Institute of Technology | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 Semester
Course Delivery
This course will be delivered in blended mode, using face-to-face and online delivery. There are 6-7 workshops each semester and a one-off induction at the beginning of the programme.
Each learner is also assigned a personal tutor. One-to-one and small group tutorials are also scheduled. The rest of the delivery is online.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants should normally have at least a level 8 major award or equivalent. The programme is practice focused so applicants must be engaged in sufficient teaching to allow them to meet the programme learning outcomes.
Applicants are not required to teach at any particular level but the nature of their teaching should be conducive to meeting the learning outcomes, for example, involving the assessment (formal or informal) of learning.
Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Further information
Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
More specifically the objectives are:
To promote understanding of the role of assessment and feedback in learning.
To foster an understanding of the principles of effective assessment and feedback.
To apply these principles to practice.
To encourage a reflective and scholarly approach to assessment and feedback.
Who Should Apply?
It is aimed at those involved in teaching and/or training, for example in adult education, further and higher education, post-primary or within private or public sector organisations.
Course Content
This course is comprised of the following module:
Assessment & Feedback: Both assessment and feedback are complex areas, for which reason alone they merit close study and appraisal at a high level. They are also areas of practice much-disparaged by students because they are perceived to be inadequately / ineffectively addressed in day-to-day teaching. This module seeks to improve and develop a deep understanding of assessment and feedback practices with specific reference to learnercentred, inclusive approaches.
Laura McKenna (Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, DkIT)
Phone: +353 429370320
Email: laura.mckenna@dkit.ie