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307367 (v.1) Ed 343(S) - Teaching and Learning Processes IV (Secondary)


 

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

7.5

Tutorial:

1 x 1.5 Hours Daily

Co Requisite(s):

305650 (v.1) Ed 355(S) Professional Practice IV (Sec) or any previous version

Syllabus:

Creating and sustaining positive learning environments to enable learning and growth. Consolidation and integration of knowledge and skills related to the teacher, learner and the learning environment. Advanced classroom management.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit, students will be able to - Consolidate and integrate knowledge and skills related to the teacher, learner and the learning environment. Appraise theories of management. Develop a personal discipline plan. Develop proactive management strategies.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Charles, C.M. (2002). Building Classroom Discipline. (seventh edition). (Chapter 14 and 15, pp 221-252) Boston, Allyn and Bacon. Edwards, C.H. (2000). Classroom Discipline and Management. (third edition). (Chapter 12, pp. 279-296). New York, John Wiley and Sons. Gordon, C., Arthur, M. and Butterfield, N. (1996). Promoting Positive Behaviour - An Australian Guide to Classroom Management. (Chapter 3, pp. 75-102) Victoria, Nelson Thomson Learning. Porter, L. (2000). Student Behaviour - Theory and Practice for Teachers. (second edition). St Leonards, Allen and Unwin.

Unit Texts:

Charles, C.M. (2002). Building Classroom Discipline. (seventh edition). Boston, Allyn and Bacon. Edwards, C.H. (2000). Classroom Discipline and Management. (third edition). New York, John Wiley and Sons. Gordon, C., Arthur, M. and Butterfield, N. (1996).Promoting Positive Behaviour - An Australian Guide to Classroom Management. Victoria, Nelson Thomas Learning. Porter, L. (2000). Student Behaviour - Theory and Practice for Teachers. (second edition). St Leonards, Allen and Unwin.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 1- Tutorial 40%, Assignment 2 - Personal Discipline Plan 60%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Not Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  
2004Kalgoorlie CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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