301424 (v.2) Indigenous Teaching and Learning Strategies 101

Area:

Centre for Aboriginal Studies

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Knowledge underpinning teaching and learning in Indigenous contexts. Principles of Indigenous teaching and learning and provision of the skills and strategies to plan, implement and evaluate teaching and learning practices and outcomes for Indigenous students.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- The knowledge required to enhance learning in Indigenous Contexts. Developed teaching skills and practices in Indigenous contexts. The necessary skills and knowledge required to develop culturally inclusive teaching strategies and practices in the classroom.

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:

Winmar, R., (1996), The Hill That Cries.

Unit Texts:

Groom, H., (1995), Working Purposefully with Aboriginal Students. Wentworth Falls, Social Sciences Press.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Essay ( x 2) 60%, Seminar Paper 20%, Seminar Presentation 20%. This is by Grade/Mark Assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y