| Course Name |
Literacy |
| Course Provider |
St. Angela's College Sligo |
| Course Code |
85035 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Certificate of Attendance |
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National University of Ireland |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Online |
| Location (Districts) |
Sligo Town |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Intake: Annually |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 semester. |
| Entry Requirements |
Level 8 Undergraduate Degree or equivalent. For students without the relevant academic qualification but with relevant previous experience, recognition for prior learning can be awarded. |
| Course Content |
Expand+Module Content & Structure
The aim of the modules is to provide substantial theoretical and practical continuing professional development for those interested in and/ or working with learners with special educational needs.
These standalone on-l...
Hide-Module Content & Structure
The aim of the modules is to provide substantial theoretical and practical continuing professional development for those interested in and/ or working with learners with special educational needs.
These standalone on-line blended learning modules involve e-tivities, discussion boards and face-to-face workshops. All on-line modules have a weighting of 15 ECTS. Modules are offered regularly over the academic year. All modules are completed within one semester (i.e. 12 weeks). Completion of two modules from the suite of on-line blended learning modules (30 ECTS) = Postgraduate Certificate.
Completion of four modules from the suite of on-line blended learning modules (60 ECTS) = Postgraduate Diploma.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Module Description
This module will focus on developing an in-depth understanding of the concept of literacy. It will provide an overview of literacy, focusing in particular on the areas of reading and writing.
It will also enable the learner to...
Hide-Module Description
This module will focus on developing an in-depth understanding of the concept of literacy. It will provide an overview of literacy, focusing in particular on the areas of reading and writing.
It will also enable the learner to develop an understanding and knowledge of assessment procedures with regard to reading and writing as well as critically appraising strategies and approaches to developing these aspects of literacy.
The implications of digital literacy in the development of a broad and balanced curriculum for professional settings will also be addressed.
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| Assessment Method |
Assessment is continuous, with each module assessed independently through e-tivities, discussion boards and a written assignment or equivalent.
For those who opt not to be assessed, participants may audit a module or modules and receive a Certificate of Attendance from the Centre for Special Educational Needs, Inclusion and Diversity. |
| Number of Credits |
30 ECTS - Postgraduate Certificate
60 ECTS - Postgraduate Diploma |
| Further Enquiries |
Centre for Special Educational Needs,
Inclusion and Diversity
Education Department
St. Angela’s College
Lough Gill Sligo
T: 071 9195552/071 9143580
E: education@stangelas.nuigalway.ie |
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