7. Diploma Case Study Case Study A: Claire (PGCE subject: Science) Diploma: Engineering Tues 3 rd Feb University Training Day 1 Local authority 14-19 manager; input from 14-19 tutor at university; preparation for presentations Monday 2 nd March University Training Day 2 Engineering teacher on diploma framework, integrating PLTS and FS and lesson planning; C&M diploma teacher and viewing student work; SHD diploma teacher on assessment and diploma issues Tuesday 10 th march School Experience 1 Local FE College – to observe Engineering Diploma Level 2 students Wednesday 11 th March – School Experience 2 Local FE College – to contribute to Engineering lesson Friday 1 st May – University Training Day 3 Learner Voice; Awarding body presentation; Discussion of issues and challenges; prep time for presentations Thursday 25 th June – visit to employer Local engineering company – presentations from departmental heads and identification of skill sets for various roles; tour of workplace
8. Diploma Case Study Case Study B: Tom (PGCE English) Diploma: Society, Health & Development Tues 3 rd Feb - University Training Day 1 Local authority 14-19 manager; input from 14-19 tutor at university; preparation for presentations Tuesday 10 th Feb - School Experience 1 Local FE College – opportunity to see Hair and Beauty and Motor Vehicle Maintenance classes Monday 2 nd March University Training Day 2 Engineering teacher on diploma framework, integrating PLTS and FS and lesson planning; C&M diploma teacher and viewing student work; SHD diploma teacher on assessment and diploma issues Monday 16 th March – School Experience 2 Local Secondary School – observing SHD diploma students, working with them individually and talking to teachers about planning and preparation for the diploma Friday 1 st May - University Training Day 3 Learner Voice; Awarding body presentation; Discussion of issues and challenges; prep time for presentations