12480 (v.3) Ed 216 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning I


 

Area:Department of Education
Credits:25.0
Contact Hours:10.0
Individual Study:1 x 10 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:Based on an approach to teacher development which requires you to become well versed in key learning theories and to illustrate such understanding through demonstration of selected teaching skills in students' own teaching situations. Explores elements of reflective practice, constructivist approaches to teaching, motivating adults to learn, learning planning and preparation, flexible delivery as well as practical teaching/training strategies which form the basis of effective teaching.
 
Unit Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Developed strategic plans to incorporate reflective practice into professional practice. Described the skills and attributes of an effective adult facilitator. Formulated learning outcomes in performance terms. Prepared, planned and implemented effective learning sessions. Systematically analysed and evaluated learning sessions to foster informal feedback and self development as a reflective facilitator and lifelong learner.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References: Arends, R. (1994), Learning to teach (third edition.). New York, McGraw-Hill. Brooks, J.G., and Brooks, M.G. (1993), In Search of Understanding - The Case for the Constructivist Classroom. Alexandria, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Brookfield, S.D. (1990), The Skillful Teacher. San Francisco, Jossey-Bass. Brookfield, S.D. (1990), Becoming a Critically Reflective Reacher. San Francisco, Jossey-Bass. Cole, P. and Chan, L. (1993), Teaching Principles and Practice (second edition). Sydney, Prentice Hall.
Unit Texts: Galbraith, M.W. (Ed.). (1998), Adult learning methods: A guide for effectiveInstruction. Malabar, Florida, Kreiger. Samson, J., Radloff, A. and de la Harpe, B. (1997), The essay: A guide to writing essays and reports in education. (third edition). Perth, Curtin University of Technology.
 
Unit Assessment Breakdown: Online discussions 10%, Portfolio 1 45%, Portfolio 2 45%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y Y
2004Esperance Community CollegeSemester 2Y  
2004Kalgoorlie CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Kalgoorlie CampusSemester 2Y  
2004Northam CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Northam CampusSemester 2Y  
2004Geraldton University CentreSemester 1Y  
2004Geraldton University CentreSemester 2Y  
2004Margaret River CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Margaret River CampusSemester 2Y  
2004Pilbara TAFE KarrathaSemester 1Y  
2004Pilbara TAFE KarrathaSemester 2Y  
2004Pilbara TAFE Sth HedlandSemester 1Y  
2004Pilbara TAFE Sth HedlandSemester 2Y  

 

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