BA (Hons) Education and Primary Studies Bachelor's degree at Liverpool John Moores University

In this module you will explore the ways in which children and childhood can be defined and viewed. The module aims to examine perspectives and debates through consideration of the representation of children and childhoods from historical, political and socio-cultural contexts

The aim of this module is to provide you with guidance on how learners learn within traditional and less traditional places and spaces. Place based learning is considered alongside pedagogical and andragogical practices related to experiential learning, social constructivism, multicultural education and community based education. Reading, research and off site visits will support your understanding and reflection.

This module provides you with the integrated skills required for academic success. It will enhance your knowledge and understanding of the terminology and expectations associated with higher education study and you will learn to identify, understand and demonstrate academic research, writing and referencing techniques. Module topics will likely (but not wholly) include the following: Higher Education terminology and expectations Sourcing appropriate academic reading and resources Independent lea

This module will provide you with the necessary skills to develop a Liverpool focussed research project from your subject perspective. You will identify and locate relevant source material; outline how this source material can be used as a foundation for your research project and write a coherent piece of academic work which evidences understanding of Liverpool. The module will help you to develop an independent approach to learning and is likely (but not wholly) to address the following: Scouse

This module introduces you to key developments in education. A range of historical sources and sociological research in education are drawn upon which will enable you to develop a conceptual understanding of developments in education. A chronological case approach will be taken to show how key influences, ideas and individuals shape education, reform and change. The lectures take into account key political, social and economic influences which have impacted upon education in various ways and at

To develop students' knowledge of a range of approaches and perspectives on development and learning in the early years.

Students will examine the work of key contemporary theorists, understand their work and how it affects primary education. It will include the following: Outline of key theorists, their background and their main ideas. An understanding of how their work has impacted on policy and practice in the primary phase. Identification and discussion of differing perspectives within the rhetorical claims examined.

This module is designed to introduce you to key concepts in the psychology of education, particularly as they relate to learning. In addition, it offers you the opportunity to explore how changes in culture and society have impacted on the nature of learning. The module is one of three modules at Level 4 introducing you to key concepts in the four disciplines of history, sociology, psychology and philosophy of education.

This module introduces you to key concepts in the philosophy and sociology of education, as applied to issues in the relationship between education and society. It is one of three modules at Level 4 designed to provide you with a good grounding in the four disciplines of the history, philosophy, sociology and psychology of education.

This module will enable you to gain an understanding of key concepts and issues related to the study of primary education through an exploration of children's texts. You will also explore the skills necessary for undertaking independent learning and study in higher education.

This module enables you to explore practical and theoretical knowledge and understanding of creativity and how it can be supported in the primary phase. In this module there are opportunities for offsite workshops which support and enrich learning (these opportunities are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed).

The block professional placement is embedded within this module and the aim is to develop knowledge of practices used within educational settings/environments. This module will engage students in reflections of the block professional placement and support the development of student enquiry. Students will reflect on their experiences and engage in the processes necessary to identify an area of research for further exploration

This module will be taught through a combination of lectures, workshop and online study. Topics will be covered with introductory lectures followed by workshops involving group work and practical activities. In between those times students will engage with online materials to support their understanding and scaffold their reading and reflection on research issues.

This module enables you to explore the pedagogy and practice of primary education and to become aware of the current issues and debates. You will learn to discuss the theory that underpins effective practice in primary education, to examine the evidence base for effective practice, and to reflect upon the role of adults in supporting children in the primary phase.

The block Professional project placement is embedded within this module and the aim is to develop knowledge of research methods, as appropriate to the programme of study, and how they are applied in the field. This module will engage students in reflections on the block Professional project placement and support the development of student enquiry. Students will reflect on their experiences and engage in the processes necessary to write an academic research proposal for consideration and adaptati

This module enables you to learn about schools, the remit and role of the teachers, and key issues in contemporary compulsory education. Learning activities will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills in the study of education to contemporary issues in schools, including those relating to the curriculum, learning and teaching, and the controversial issues surrounding schools and society.

This module provides you with an introduction to the nature and importance of the concept of youth. You will develop a critical understanding of the nature, causes and effects of problems, issues and concerns experienced by young people, alongside analysing the role of government legislation and initiatives in dealing with the issues faced by young people.

This module allows students to replace one semester of their LJMU programme with a semester of full-time study at an approved overseas partner institution

This module enables you to critically examine national and international perspectives and approaches to early year's policy, pedagogy and practice in relation to current issues and debates. It provides opportunities for you to research and critique a range of contemporary global issues and debates relating to the education, health and welfare of children and their families across the world today.

This module allows you to research a topic of your choice, which relates to your programme of study, using a range of data sources and appropriate research methods. Your research will be supported through introductory lectures followed with workshops for group work and practical activities. You will be allocated a supervisor who will meet with you over the research period. Online materials will also be available to guide and support independent study.

This module aims to enable you to develop your own critical response to current debates about the cultural significance of education, particularly its role in society and influences on individuals and identities. You are encouraged to reflect on your own philosophy of education and to examine global perspectives shaping contemporary debates on connections between education, the individual and society.