301185 (v.2) Ed 242 - Curriculum Planning Processes

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Area:	Department of Education
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	301180 (v.2) Ed 129 - Introduction to Curriculum or any previous version
Syllabus:	Sequencing in curriculum resources including syllabus and learning area statements and outcomes. Exploring curriculum definitions as all the planned learning which occurs in schools. The notion of the hidden curriculum. Implementing the sequence, intention and reality. Evaluating learning outcomes across lesson sequence - formative and summative evaluation.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Understood and appreciated the development of the learner and have the knowledge and skills to make decisions in relation to appropriate pedagogy. Become reflective, self motivated and critical in their approach to learning. Used a repertoire of teaching and learning skills and strategies. Used appropriate resources and instructional technologies in teaching. Used interpersonal and communication skills to enhance teaching and the learning outcomes. Valued and implemented practices that promote personal professional growth. Understood values underpin and shape the curriculum, teaching and learning. Used initiative and thought creatively to enhance teaching and learning.
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:	No prescribed references.
Unit Texts:	Outcomes and Standards Framework (Overview) Student Outcome Statements. Outcomes and Standard Framework Health and Physical Education Student Outcome Statements. Outcomes and Standards Framework (Health and Physical Education - Worksamples). Capbell, L., (2001), Fundamental Movement in Early Childhood. AECA, ACT. DECS, (1996), Foundation Areas of Learning: Curriculum Framework for Early Childhood. Washington D.C. Teaching Strategies: Mt. Rainer, M.D.: Gryphon House. Education Department of Western Australia, (1997), Physical Steps: Fundamental Movement Skills Support Package. Peirce, P., (1991), Physical Education "N" Kids, Greenwood, Western Australia. R.I.C. Publications.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Heath Education - Literature search 40%, Physical education - plan, teach and evaluation report 40%, Test - curriculum theory 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y