Teaching Secondary Computing Studies: Foundation (EDIT301)

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. demonstrate coherent theoretical and technical knowledge in applying the aims and objectives of teaching the Year 7-10 junior secondary Computing Studies syllabus in a developmentally appropriate way to encourage engagement in a range of diverse secondary school settings (GTSD 1.2.1, 2.1.1, 2.5.1, 3.1.1, 3.2.1, 5.4.1, 6.2.1);
2. identify, analyse and differentiate specific learning needs in preparation to plan for quality learning environments including: high potential and gifted students; students with special needs; students from diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socio-economic backgrounds; and first nations people, by appropriately adapting knowledge and skills concerning teaching strategies, and applying them in ways that support students’ effective learning, wellbeing and safety across a range of diverse contexts (GTSD 1.1.1, 1.3.1, 1.6.1, 2.4.1, 4.1.1);
3. select, sequence, independently assess, critically analyse and evaluate teaching strategies/approaches to design an effective learning and teaching sequence (unit of work, assessment task or lesson plan) which addresses specific identified learning needs, and communicate and justify these decisions (GTSD 1.5.1, 2.2.1, 2.3.1, 2.6.1, 3.3.1, 3.4.1, 3.5.1, 4.5.1)
4. demonstrate mastery of relevant theories, concepts and methods, to design a unit of work (GTSD 2.2.1, 3.1.1);
5. demonstrate judgement and initiative to assess for effective learning and demonstrate adaptability, initiative and judgement in the associated planning and evaluation of chosen assessment strategies (GTSD 5.1.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.1, 5.5.1); and
6. use reflection, autonomy, judgement and sources of professional learning to create challenging learning environments in relevant contexts, demonstrating skills applicable in a teaching career (GTSD 3.6.1, 6.4.1, 7.4.1).