Master of Education (International Baccalaureate)

Course 960-IB (2008)

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Year and Campus: 2008
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate

Contact

Faculty of Education Student Centre
Course Overview: The introduction of this course will position the University to be among the first, if not the first, university in the world to provide academic qualifications leading to the IB Level 2 (Associate) Teacher Award. This will enable the Faculty to benchmark a specific course in teacher education with other international leading universities as well as giving us an internationally accredited higher degree education program. With the development of a master level program there will be opportunities to build an even stronger link between professional development of teachers and research and other institutions and researchers nationally and internationally.
Objectives:

Students completing this course should be able to:

  • demonstrate a superior knowledge and understanding of educational theory in the field of international education; have an understanding of the theory and practice of educational research needed to evaluate research literature and carry out appropriate inquiry/research activity;
  • make effective use of the findings of educational writings and research in formulating solutions to issues or challenges in the area of international education;
  • demonstrate depth of knowledge and understanding that will enable them to be a resource for colleagues regarding issues in international education in particular professional situations;
  • demonstrate an appreciation of professional responsibilities and ethical principles in relation to the promotion of learning and teaching which should characterise leaders in the education profession.
Subject Options: The delivery of these subjects will occur in the following sequence over five semesters:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2008
12.50
Semester 1, Semester 2
25
OR 25 points of elective subjects chosen from the following
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Entry Requirements:

An applicant may be eligible for entry into the Master of Education (International Baccalaureate), Stream 100B, if the applicant has:

  • an appropriate honours degree in Education;
  • or an appropriate four-year degree in Education, or equivalent, and at least two years of documented relevant professional experience
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Graduate Attributes: None

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