Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the work of the educational theorists and their influence on the care and education of young people.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Evaluate some of the key aspects of the work of the educational theorists and the ways in which they have influenced teaching and learning in education today.


2.

Understand the impact of social and historical development on the education system.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Analyse some of the social and historical developments that have contributed to change in the educational system.


3.

Understand the influence of social policy on the development of the current educational system.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Review political influence on the educational system and analyse its effect on young people's educational achievement.


4.

Understand current debate and controversy regarding educational policy.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1.

    Evaluate controversial issues currently being debated by educators and society in general.