Social & Professional Contexts (Prim)

Subject EDUC90375 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2010:

March, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

Parkville, On Campus

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 36 hours
Total Time Commitment: 125 hours total commitment
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: You must take the following subject in the same study period
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
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Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.

Coordinator

Ms Bernadette Murphy

Contact

Education Student Centre
Subject Overview: This subject assists teacher candidates to understand their professional role in and beyond the classroom, as well as the changing social and professional contexts in which teachers’ work. It will also examine the social and cultural factors that have an impact on student learning and educational outcomes. Key themes of equity, inclusion and social justice are addressed. These are examined in the light of system and school-level responses, with a focus on the role of policy in guiding teacher practice, curriculum design and professional relationships.
Objectives: The core aims of this subject are for teacher candidates to:
  • Gain knowledge of key debates and theories concerning equity, social differences, and human rights and their relevance to educational practice and policy;
  • Critically consider system and school-based responses to addressing issues relating to equity, inclusion and social justice;
  • Develop a critical analysis of the wider social and global context of education systems, schools and classrooms;
  • Build an understanding of the socio-cultural factors that shape students’ learning, their school experiences and educational outcomes; and
  • Acquire/deepen knowledge of the diverse professional contexts of teachers’ work in schools and other educational settings.
Assessment: There are 2 assessment tasks:
  • An Essay (2500 words) due mid to late semester (62.5%)
  • One group presentation and reflective analysis of group process (equivalent to 1,500 words) due as scheduled (end of semester) (37.5%)
Prescribed Texts: Collection of readings.
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills: On completion of this subject teacher candidates will be able to:
  • Critically reflect on their practice and professional role;
  • Articulate the value of equity, participation and democracy in learning and teaching;
  • Respond professionally to school-wide, community and system expectations;
  • Work cooperatively in professional teams; and
  • Commit to an ongoing pursuit of learning and actively engage with current research.
Related Course(s): Master of Teaching (Primary)

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