Education - Teaching & Learning 2 Advanced - Microcredential - Carlow
The aim of this module is to provide the learner with an advanced insight into current learning theories and teaching practices.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Minor | South East Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
12 weeks, online.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements are a Level 8 degree, minimum of Second Class Honours, Grade 2 or equivalent. SETU Carlow operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPL) scheme whereby applicants may be considered, based on relevant work and other experience, for exemptions from course modules and advanced entry.
As critical reflection on teaching and learning practices is an integral part of this programme, applicants should be currently involved in (or envisage being involved in) an active teaching role.
All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. SETU Carlow reserves the right to require applicants to attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the programme.
Further information
Next intake September 2026.
The aim of this module is to provide the learner with an advanced insight into current learning theories and teaching practices. The module will further encourage the learner to interrogate the scholarship of teaching and learning. It aims to further enhance teaching practice through the use of peer and tutor observations.
What will I be able to do when I finish this programme?
On completion of this course, students should be able to:
Critically analyse current learning theories and teaching approaches within higher education, with respect to learner diversity and engagement
Engage with issues surrounding student engagement and consider ways to enhance engagement and support student success within own teaching practice.
Demonstrate creativity and originality through practitioner-based critical reflective practice within own discipline/specialist area.
Compare, contrast and evaluate effective teaching practices, used by self and others, via peer and tutor mentoring.
Assess and draft a teaching intervention/project proposal that has as its aim to enable student engagement and learning.