Assessment Brief
PGCE7002 Module information
| Module Name | Ǫuality Teaching in Educational Settings |
| Module Code | PGCE7002 |
| Module Leader | Kamal Ahmed |
PGCE7002 Assessment Information
| Assessment Title | A critical reflection on how [chosen topic or theme] can be used to
facilitate high quality teaching and learning in educational settings. |
| Assessment Type | Written assignment |
| Due Date C Time | 28th May 2026 by 16:00 (UK time) |
| Feedback Date | (20 working days excluding University closures and Bank holidays) |
| Intended Learning Outcomes | 1. Recognise what constitutes quality learning and teaching, and demonstrate a critical understanding of the theoretical frameworks and research evidence that underpin it.
2. Analyse current and relevant education issues and critically evaluate the impact that these can have on professional practice. 3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the impact of different learning environments on the effectiveness of teaching. 4. Identify effective pedagogical approaches in professional contexts and critically evaluate their impact on learning. |
| Weighting towards final
module mark (%) |
100% |
| Word Count/Time
allocation |
4000 words (excluding reference list and appendices) |
| AI
Category |
Description | Examples | In Use |
|
A |
Generative AI tools may not be used due to the format and purpose of the assessment. | Such assessments may include:
· Exams · Vivas · Practical assessments |
☐ |
|
B |
Generative AI tools may be used in a limited assistive role for this assessment, but AI generated outputs should not be submitted within the assessment. | In this category, AI may be used to provide initial suggestions on:
· Essay structure · Recommendations for further reading · Creative inspirations |
☒ |
|
C |
Generative AI tools may be used to create specific outputs to inform aspects of the assessment, with appropriate referencing and
citation. |
With the overt use of AI, the focus of assessment should involve critique and/or reflection on the generated outputs. AI generated content submitted with the assessment must be clearly
identified as such. |
☐ |
PGCE7002 Task Outline
| Title:
A critical reflection on how [chosen topic or theme] can be used to facilitate high quality teaching and learning in educational settings.
Criteria In addressing the title, you should refer to the Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs).
Formative Assessment The formative assessment for this module consists of two parts: 1. Research proposal (1000 words) 2. Completed ethics form
You will provide a brief overview of your area explaining how you will gather your evidence in your setting, including taking account of any ethical considerations. You will have templates which will guide you in completing this. Your formative assessment will be sent to your tutor by the end of week 8 (12th March 2026)
In week 10 or 11 you will receive feedback on how appropriate your data gathering methods are and the extent to which you have considered ethical issues. Once your tutor is satisfied that your data gathering is appropriate and ethical, you can then carry out the research, which will take place any time from week 11 onwards. The templates for your formative assessment can be found in Week 8 of the learning materials. Details of how to submit your formative assessment can be found in the assessment folder. |
| Summative Assessment The summative assessment for this module will be a formal piece, written in the style of a journal article, with the following title:
‘A critical reflection on how [your chosen topic or theme] can be used to facilitate high quality teaching and learning in educational settings.’
Criteria In addressing the title, you should refer to the Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs).
There is detailed guidance in the Week 11 learning materials folder about the summative assessment. Submitting your work Before submitting your work, please ensure the following: · Your work is electronically produced in accordance with University regulations. · Your work is submitted as a single Word doucment through Turnitin. · You have met the word count for the assignment. · Your work is double-spaced and in a size 12 appropriate font. · Your cover page includes your name, student number, module code, module tutor, assignment title and a declaration that the work submitted is your own work (please see below). · Ensure you refer directly to your reading and module materials. · You include a reference list that follows the Harvard referecning style. · You have addressed all the LOs. · You use Standard English throughout, ensuring your writing is clear and coherent and in line with the level 7 grading criteria. |
PGCE7002 Marks and Feedback
Tutors will mark your work by referring to the ILOs and by using UoC Level 7 grade descriptors which can be found on the Blackboard Programme Site.
All summative written coursework will also include an assessment of proficiency in the English language. This means that up to 5% of marks for all written coursework for all provision is assigned to the assessment of technical proficiency in the English language, using the following level-specific threshold statements as the basis for the allocation of marks:
Spelling, grammar, punctuation and vocabulary meet the minimum standard for this study level of accuracy and clarity. Written expression has very few errors in standard UK English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Vocabulary choice shows an accurate understanding of the meaning of a wide range of specialist terms in the context of the subject. The specialist terms used may include those where the meaning is still being developed, or where the meaning is changing; or where the meaning is not agreed by all subject experts. There is also a broad and varied general vocabulary chosen so that nuances of meaning can be expressed concisely and to reflect the most current thinking in the subject area. Sentences are grammatically correct and express arguments and ideas through using both short, simple sentences and longer, compound sentences that allow the writer to bring facts or ideas together in a logical way. Expression is appropriate to the form of the assessment (for example, the use of bullet points and captions instead of sentences).
- meets the Tech Prof threshold criterion wholly (gain 5 points)
- meets the Tech Prof threshold criterion partly (3 points)
- does not meet the Tech Prof threshold criterion (0 points)
Marks and feedback will be released to you after 20 working days of your submission which will be available for you to access via Turnitin (this is the same location where you submit your work).
PGCE7002 Written Assessments:
The upper word limit specified for this assessment may be exceeded by up to 10% without penalty. There is no lower limit, but you should consider how you are taking advantage of the wordcount to demonstrate all of the learning outcomes. Where the word count exceeds 10%, the assessment will be marked, and the following penalties will be applied.
- 0% – 10% No penalty
- 11%- 30% 10 marks will be deducted, or the pass mark awarded (whichever is the higher)
- 31% + Maximum mark awarded is a pass mark
Further guidance on planning, creating and submission of assessments can be found on My.Cumbria:
https://my.cumbria.ac.uk/Student-Life/Your-Studies/Assessments/Assessment-Support/