Computers and the Classroom

This subject is not offered in 2009.

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

Topics include: the integrated use of computers in the curriculum and the classroom; a critical evaluation of current software in the context of teaching and learning styles and the Victorian Essential Learning Standards; communication and the Internet as an effective learning resource; safety and social issues of Internet use; productivity software for teachers and ­students; computers and software for special needs; and IT resources for ­teachers.

Projects dealing with educational applications of software typically used in schools, equivalent to 2000 words.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

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