305650 (v.1) Ed 355(S) Professional Practice IV (Sec)

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

4.5

Practical:

1 x 1.5 Weeks Yearly

Syllabus:

Field Experience to further develop the planning, management, teaching, personal and interpersonal skills required of beginning teachers.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Furthered formal teaching experience at their chosen levels. Practised classroom management, teaching strategies, lesson planning and evaluation. Examined and implemented curricula appropriate to their level of teaching. Demonstrated their ability to take responsibility for a teaching program of gradual and increased complexity, demonstrating student-centred teaching and learning processes that are appropriate in formal and informal learning environments. Observed how theoretical aspects of teaching and learning are reflected in classroom practice. Developed diagnostic teaching skills and the skills to assess and evaluate students with diverse needs. Worked collaboratively in a team environment.

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. (2001). Learning to teach (5th ed.). Sydney, McGraw-Hill. Barry, K. and King, L. (1998). Beginning teaching and beyond (3rd ed.). Katoomba, Social Science Press.

Unit Texts:

Curriculum Council. (1999). Curriculum framework for kindergarten to year 12 education in Western Australia. Osborne Park, Western Australia: Curriculum Council. (CD or Text). Curtin Department of Education Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Field Experience Handbook (distributed through the Field Experience seminars at no cost)

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y