Module Details

Module Code: PLAC7013
Title: Montessori Work Practice
Long Title: Montessori Work Practice
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 0111 - Placement
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module enables a Montessori student to apply and progress the professional competencies acquired to date in a supervised environment. It offers the student the opportunity to apply theory to practice and further develop their practical skills.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Plan and deliver schemes of work in keeping with Montessori philosophy.
LO2 Reflect on teaching experience in a Montessori setting or equivalent.
LO3 Apply Montessori theory in a supervised learning environment.
LO4 Discuss the concepts of differentiation and inclusion practices in the context of Montessori Education.
LO5 Collate a teaching resource file.
LO6 Discuss and critique the core competencies of a Montessori practitioner.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Montessori Director
Student should take responsibility for own actions in a supervised context. Ability to work within different roles: individual, team, multi-disciplinary framework etc. Use variety of reflective and observation techniques
Integrating Theory in to Practice
Students should aim to participate in as many aspects of the placement setting as possible. Compile and maintain teaching resource file. Plan and deliver schemes of work, liaise with staff, parents, other professionals etc. Effective use of supervisory feedback/guidance. Further develop their competence in interacting with children of different ages in accordance with the Montessori Philosophy
Pedagogical Practices
Understanding of the art and science of teaching children from a Montessori perspective. Awareness of differentiation that particularly relate to an educational settings. Design and implement pedagogically inclusive class themes/lesson plans.
Prepared Environment
Student should demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the core competencies of a Montessori practitioner and his/her role in the prepared environment.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Resource File - completed schemes of work, lesson plans, sample work/assessments and reflection.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Review student's teaching practice. Mark decided by CIT placement Team Member based on observing practice and informed by input from the student's placement supervisor.Evaluation form to be completed by placement supervisor. Note that this evaluation process is inextricably linked to the practical placement experience, therefore any repeat assessment must be based around a further practical placement experience.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Review student's teaching practice. Mark decided by CIT placement Team Member based on observing practice and informed by input from the student's placement supervisor.Evaluation form to be completed by placement supervisor. Requires a minimum of 240 supervised hours of practice. Note that this evaluation process is inextricably linked to the practical placement experience, therefore any repeat assessment must be based around a further practical placement experience.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Teaching Practice Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Applying theory to practice Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Teaching Practice Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Applying theory to practice Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Bernie Sullivan, Máirín Glenn, Mary Roche, Caitriona McDonagh. (2016), Introduction to Critical Reflection and Action for Teacher Researchers, Routledge, Ireland, [ISBN: 9781138911055].
  • Brendan M. Walsh and Rose Dolan. (2009), A Guide to Teaching Practice in Ireland, Gill Education, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780717145119].
  • Maria Montessori. (1999), Montessori Method 2, ABC Clio Ltd., Oxford, Uk., [ISBN: 0805209271].
  • Ciara O'Farrell. (2007), Teaching Portfolio Practice in Ireland: A Handbook, Centre for Academic Practice and Student Learning (CAPSL), Trinity College Dublin, [ISBN: 0955013437].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HMONT_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Montessori Education 6 Mandatory