Module Details

Module Code: YTWK H7008
Full Title: Development Studies 1
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Bobby McCormack
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: no description provided
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Define development and display an understanding of the interdependence between people, communities, states and nations
MLO2 Outline and evaluate different models and theories of International and National development
MLO3 Describe the importance of sustainability and the relevance of the Sustainable Development Goals
MLO4 Design, organize and evaluate a Development education session.
MLO5 Utilise systems thinking as a framework for exploring development
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Understanding development/definitions/debates/issues
Understanding the contested nature of Development. Exploring definitions, models and theories.
Examining the importance of perspective and selective perception
n/a
Colonialism, Conflict and the need for natural resources
n/a
Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals
n/a
Systems thinking
Utilising Systems Thinking as a framework for exploring Development
Development Education
Exploring the 4 pillars of practice (Critical Thinking / Problem Solving / Active Citizenship / Systems Thinking)
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work50.00%
Final Examination50.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 1,2,3
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
n/a
No Project
No Practical
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part-time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Willis, K.. (2011), Theories and Practices of Development, 2nd. Taylor and Francis Ltd, [ISBN: 041559071].
  • Tony Daly, Ciara Regan, Colm Regan. (2016), 80 - 20: Development in an Unequal world, 7th. 80-20, Bray.
  • Government Publications. (2019), A Better World, White Paper on Irish Aid, Government Publications Office, Dublin.
  • Capra, F.. Turning Point, Bantam, 1984.
  • Sachs, J.. The End of Poverty, Penguin, 1996.
  • Freire, F. Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Penguin, 1996.
  • Rapley, J.. Understanding Development, Boulder 2002.
  • Scgumacher, E.F.. Small is Beautiful – a study of economics as if people mattered, Vintage. 1993.
  • Sterling, S.. Sustainable Education, Green Books Ltd, 2001.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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