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Approaches to Teaching and Learning in Healthcare

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Individual Modules

Study option

Location

Centre for Health Innovation Stafford

Start dates available

April 2027

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The module addresses the complexity of approaches to teaching in healthcare, including the variety of different types of learning context.

It will facilitate the evaluation of teaching practice within the workplace from planning a teaching session, through to its delivery and evaluation. This will enable consideration of alignment between planning and delivery across the learning journey.

The module will also address the diversity of learner characteristics and matters of equality and inclusion. The opportunity is therefore provided to critically reflect upon and evaluate various approaches utilised within teaching practice such as lectures, group work, one-to-one supervision, virtual platforms, and simulation.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: Individual Modules Approaches to Teaching and Learning in Healthcare

Duration

100% online distance learning. Students can work through materials in their own time.

Course content

The module examines underpinning theories and concepts associated with teaching and learning. It will explore how these theory/concepts can be integrated with evaluations to sharpen knowledge and understanding of practical teaching delivery.

It will also consider the role of education in supporting wider organisational aims.

Module Learning Outcomes

To convey how theories and concepts of learning and teaching apply to educational contexts in healthcare
University Learning Outcome: Application; Communication
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning in healthcare, from lesson planning to session delivery and evaluation.
University Learning Outcome: Knowledge & Understanding; Learning
To critically reflect upon how your own teaching practice is shaped by a breadth of factors, including learning objectives, and contexts of learning.
University Learning Outcome: Analysis; Reflection

Entry requirements

A first degree (or diploma) in a Health and Social Care subject, or extensive relevant professional experience.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

The primary learning strategy utilised within this module is independent learning. The foundation and direction for your learning will be through the virtual learning environment, Blackboard. This will direct you to the key content and theoretical concepts. This provides a platform for your independent reading and reflection upon how the theory can be applied to your own teaching practice.

A variety of sources will be utilised, including narrated PowerPoint Presentations as well as more interactive activities such as identification of your own learning style, formative quizzes, article critique, and online discussion forums.

Your practical experience of teaching in health or social care settings will be the basis for reflection and discussion in the online discussion forums; you will be encouraged to reflect on your teaching strategies and student feedback.

Learning support

Your course tutors will provide lots of support. But you can also take advantage of our Academic Skills team, who can help you with:

Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
Written English (including punctuation, grammar)
Academic writing (including how to reference)
Research skills
Critical thinking
Revision, assessment and exam skills (including time management)

Additional support

If you have additional needs like dyslexia or a sensory impairment, then our Student Inclusion Services are here to help make sure nothing stands in your way.

Staff

Please note, teaching team staff members may change during your studies.

Dr Edward Tolhurst

Associate Professor

I am a Senior Lecturer and qualitative researcher in the field of dementia, ageing and care. I am based in the Postgraduate team and course leader for the MSc in Medical Education. I am also a member of the University Research Ethics Committee.

Edward's profile

Fees

For the course starting on 28 April 2027 the tuition fees are:

Tuition fees for Individual Modules-Part-time
Study option	UK / Channel Islands
Part-time	£1,045 per course

Accommodation and living costs
Accommodation and living costs
Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees. For more information on accommodation and living costs, please see: Accommodation

Sources of financial support

Providing you are studying towards a full Masters qualification you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan to help with tuition fees, maintenance and other associated costs. Student loans are available for many of our postgraduate degrees and are provided by the Student Loans Company (SLC). The loan can cover a wide range of postgraduate study options; part-time, full-time and distance learning.

For more information and how to apply visit masters loan.

Apply now to Approaches to Teaching and Learning in Healthcare

Location	Award	Study option	Start date	Apply Link
Centre for Health Innovation Stafford	Individual Modules	Part-time	28 April 2027	Apply now

Rules and regulations

If you are offered a place at University of Staffordshire, your offer will be subject to our rules, regulations and enrolment conditions, which may vary from time to time.

Students of University of Staffordshire enter into a contract with us and are bound by these rules and regulations, which are subject to change. For more information, please see: University Policies and Regulations.