Masters in Teaching and Learning (MTL) MA

About the course

What we offer:

• For each module, one day attendance at the University
• Individual support with school-based enquiry
• Training for a school based coach to support students on the programme
• On-line and face-to-face academic tutorial support
• Full access to the University’s Learning Resource Centre and virtual learning environment

The MTL covers four core content areas:

• Teaching and learning
• Subject knowledge
• How children and young people develop, and
• Leadership and management

Why choose this course?

The MTL has been developed to help teachers improve their practice by applying evidence and insight to their teaching.

The programme is school-based and the focus is on the personal professional development of teachers. The MTL will help to stimulate and embed a culture of lifelong learning and peer support within schools, maximising the potential of both staff and pupils.

The programme provides high quality professional development opportunities for both participants and school-based coaches.

Study routes

• Part Time, 3 Years

Locations

• University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Careers

Case study

School A, a large secondary school, has had three teachers working towards the MTL and the impact on their own development and that of the school has been impressive.

The school has been keen to develop a culture of enquiry so the teachers have used their assignments to drive enquiry based school improvement across the school. Areas for focus have included Assessment for Learning, inclusion and active learning.

The Headteacher has recognised the impact that this approach had had on the individual teachers and on the school as a whole. The students have led staff meetings, working collaboratively to implement change and influence policy and practice. The key advantage has been having a group of teachers from different departments working together in a way that has not been possible before.

The teachers themselves enjoy the fact the programme is personalised and school-based, so they can see immediate impact of their studies as it relates directly to their day-to-day professional role. They are supported by a University tutor and a school-based coach. This allows them the flexibility needed to successfully study for a Master's while working full-time.

Teaching methods

This personalised, school-based Master's programme provides a unique opportunity for individuals and groups of teachers to enquire into their own practice whilst addressing school improvement priorities.

Structure

Year 1

Core Modules

• Assessment and Inclusion

  This module is designed to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of a range of assessment and inclusion issues, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of all learners. It will also include a review of relevant government policy and legislation. Theoretical and practical issues concerning educational (in)equality, emotional literacy and personalised learning are explored. This module encourages practitioners to examine the needs of different groups of learners and strategies for overcoming barriers to learning, including how an aspect of inclusion is realised in policy and practice within their own institution.

• Teaching and Learning

  This module enables students to develop a critical understanding of the range of learning and teaching strategies that can be used to promote the development and progress of all learners. Students will identify personal and professional learning needs in relation to teaching and learning and conduct a small scale enquiry into a focused aspect of practice. Students will examine a range of theories and approaches to the provision of effective personalised learning for the provision of engagement and achievement for all learners. The module will provide the opportunity to engage with academic and practitioner research and facilitate a justified development of practice.

Optional

Fees & funding

Discounts are available for International students if payment is made in full at registration

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Other financial support

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Living costs / accommodation

The University of Hertfordshire offers a great choice of student accommodation, on campus or nearby in the local area, to suit every student budget.

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