Trainees are assessed in a number of ways throughout the course:
Teaching is assessed during school experience placements. During these periods trainees are expected to take charge of the whole class for the majority of the period, with support from an experienced teacher.
Subject knowledge and understanding are developed through both compulsory and optional Curriculum Studies modules. This element of the course consists of study activities, school-based tasks, discussions, reading, teaching activities and structured observations.
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Professional Studies modules aim to develop secure professional knowledge and understanding related to planning, teaching and class management, monitoring, assessment and record keeping.
Trainees must successfully complete Curriculum and Professional Studies assignments linked to the standards for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
A record of Professional Development allows trainees to focus their learning in relation to the standards for QTS and their ability to meet the standards.