Course Catalogue

Knowledge of Teaching in Practice 1 EDUC1144

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Education
  • Credits: 20
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This course introduces the foundational principles of learning and teaching within the Scottish education context. Students begin to connect theory and practice in both university and school/ early years placements with a focus on developing observations skills and professional dialogue. Emphasis is placed on familiarising, interpreting and engaging with the GTCS Standards for Provisional Registration with a focus on and reflecting on professional values.

Timetable

7 hours of university directed input.

5 weeks of placement in a primary school/early years setting.

Requirements of Entry

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

50%: Teacher report demonstrating appropriate competence in meeting aspects of the GTCS Standards for Provisional Registration.

50% Portfolio containing observations and reflections that demonstrate understanding of learning taking place.

Main Assessment In: April/May

Course Aims

This course aims to provide opportunities for students to develop skills, knowledge and dispositions as reflective educators who thoughtfully observe learning environments and the development of learners. Students will begin to familiarise themselves with safeguarding principles and they will reflect on the ethics of working with young children with a focus on developing their observational skills. Learning conversations will be promoted in order to build students' reflective practice.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

■ Demonstrate positive relationships within a learning environment.

■ Enact appropriate observation of learning and learners and engage in effective professional dialogue

■ Act in ways that uphold the professional values expected within the GTCS Standards for Provisional Registration

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions