Module code: ECS641U
Semester: SEM2
This module is organised within the framework for the Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme and provides students on Computer Science (and related) courses the chance to get experience of teaching computing / computer science in a school, working alongside an experienced teacher.
The placement takes place in Semester B for half a day every week. You are required to keep a reflective weekly log and to write a summary of this at the end of the placement. You will also complete a mini-project, developing and/or delivering a teaching resource; this work is described in a presentation and a report. Essential preparation and final selection (by interview) takes place in Semester A.
The aim of the UAS scheme and this module are to:
• Provide transferable skills to undergraduates which will be invaluable after graduation
• Provide teaching experience that encourages undergraduates to consider a career in teaching
• Supply role models for pupils studying computing in schools
• Give support to teachers, especially with the introduction of new curricula in Computing
• Encourage the next generation to make an involve choice about Computer Science as a University subject and/or career.
Level: 6
