Developing subject knowledge for the primary years

Overview

In this Developing subject knowledge for the primary years module from The Open University UK you’ll examine the curriculum in different settings; explore the factors that affect children’s learning and examine how the role of subject knowledge varies over time and across nations.

You’ll develop skills including evaluating and communicating information effectively to others and using a range of digital technologies effectively for study, online collaboration and to support your continuing professional development. 

You will identify strengths and areas for development; seek and learn from feedback and critically reflect on your own subject knowledge and attitudes.

What's included

Three printed subject readers (for English, mathematics and science subject knowledge), also available as ebooks; all other study material is provided online via the module website which includes:

• a week-by-week study planner

• course-specific module materials

• audio and video content

• assignment details and submission section

• online tutorial access.