| Assessment |
| Title |
Exam Length |
Weight |
Mode |
No. Words |
| Assignment 1 |
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40%
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1500 |
| Assessment Notes |
| Four week program for implementation on prac |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3
GA: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7
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| Assignment 2 |
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60%
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2500 |
| Assessment Notes |
| Essay |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 4, 5, 6
GA: 1, 4, 5, 6
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| Learning Outcomes (LO) |
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
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implement on practicum a four week program that demonstrates an understanding of numeracy, technology, literacy, environmental and multicultural approaches, and all Key Learning Areas;
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integrate technology and other cross-curricular perspectives into curriculum planning and assessment for the classroom;
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use curriculum documents to develop coherent, sequential and student-centred programs and assessment activities in practical contexts;
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demonstrate understanding of principles underpinning all aspects of curriculum delivery, including programming, assessment and evaluation;
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develop, implement and evaluate a variety of assessment practices; and
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articulate a personal philosophy for teaching.
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| Graduate Attributes (GA) |
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Attribute |
Taught |
Assessed |
Practised |
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Knowledge of a Discipline
Students will apply knowledge of existing disciplines in the design and delivery of teaching programs (assignment 1).
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Communication Skills
By designing and delivering teaching programs (assignment 1) in the primary classroom, graduates will have enhanced verbal and written communication skills.
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Global Perspectives
Development of teaching programs (assignment 1) that address cross-curricular issues in education will further develop students' personal philosophy of education and teaching. Global perspectives and inter-cultural awareness will be increased.
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Information Literacy
Graduates will have developed competencies in information literacy since the integration of technology is seen as a major issue in this unit. The integration of technology is essential in both assessment items.
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| 5 |
Life-Long Learning
By further developing their philosophy of education and teaching, and reflecting on their teaching and planning, graduates will be prepared for life-long learning in pursuit of personal and professional development. Life-long learning is assessed in both assignments.
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| 6 |
Problem Solving
Graduates will be effective problem-solvers, capable of applying logical, critical, and creative thinking to a range of teaching situations they are likely to encounter in their teaching career. Problem solving is assessed in assignment 1.
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| 7 |
Social Responsibility
Addressing environmental issues, multiculturalism, different learning styles etc. while planning teaching and learning programs will ensure that graduates will be committed to ethical action and social responsibility. Issues of inclusion etc. are assessed in both assignments.
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| 8 |
Team Work
Graduates will work collaboratively as critical friends in developing and evaluating teaching programs and units of work.
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