The Module and Programme Development Handbook A Practical Guide to Linking Levels, Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Modular course structures are now the norm in higher education. This guide in a photocopyable ringbound format examines the processes involved in the design of modules and programmes, showing how to develop courses that meet quality, assessment and other key criteria successfully. An accessible guide, this resource covers the process of developing a module. It gives an overview of various elements and should enable readers to develop successful structures for their own students.;The ringbinder stresses the importance of designing modules that account for assessment, course outcomes and quality issues. It is illustrated throughout with practical examples, case studies and summaries.

This book shows how to design and develop educational programmes that are linked, logical and successful, withclear, step-by-step guidance on the processes involved. It shows how to develop courses that successfully meet quality and assessment criteria (including those set by the Quality Assurance Agency), and provides a route map through the various elements involved. Theauthor shows how to design modules with clearly defined levels for assessment, outcomes and quality criteria, and which meet standard teaching and learning expectations. Developed to be accessible, straightforward, systematic and practical, it is illustrated throughout with examples and concise summaries. Key features include:*clear, simple guidance on developing a module*understanding levels and level descriptors*setting aims and learning outcomes*developing assessment methods and criteria*devising teaching strategies*staff development activities*guidance on programme specification.

Preface, 1 Introduction: developing an outcomes basis for module development, 2 A map of module development, 3 Levels and level descriptors, 4 Some uses of level descriptors, 5 Writing and using aims and learning outcomes, 6 Writing and using assessment criteria, 7 Assessment methods and teaching strategy, 8 Specific techniques and methods in assessment, 9 The sum of the parts: some considerations on working at programme level, 10 A summary of module development for reference and staff development purposes, Appendix 1 SEEC level descriptors (revised version), Appendix 2 Quality Assurance Agency Qualifications Framework qualification descriptors, Appendix 3 Differences in implied level between SEEC credit level descriptors and QAA QF qualification descriptors, Appendix 4 An exercise to facilitate development of ‘depth’ assessment criteria in reflective writing, Glossary, References, Index

Jennifer Moon