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301389 (v.2) Ed 346(P) - Professional Practice IV (Primary)


 

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

9.0

Practical:

1 x 3 Weeks Yearly

Prerequisite(s):

301220 (v.3) Ed 245(P) - Teaching and Learning Processes III (Prim) or any previous version
AND
301363 (v.2) Ed 127(P) - Professional Practice II (Prim) or any previous version
AND
301379 (v.2) Ed 246(P) - Professional Practice (Primary) or any previous version

Co Requisite(s):

301218 (v.2) Ed 343 - Teaching and Learning Processes IV

Syllabus:

Field experience to develop 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 totheir level of teaching. Demonstrated thier 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. Collaboratively worked in a team environment.

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:

Arends, R. (2001). Learning to Teach. (fifth edition). Sydney, McGraw Hill. Barry, K. and King, L. (1998). Beginning Teaching and Beyond. (third edition). Katoomba, Social Science Press. DECS. (1996), Foundation areas of learning: curriculum frameworkfor early childhood settings. Adelaide, Department of Education South Australia.

Unit Texts:

Curriculum Council. (1999). Curriculum Framework for Kindergarten to Year 12 Education in Western Australia. Osborne Park, Curriculum Council.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

This is by pass/fail assessment.

Field of Education:

 70100 Teacher Education (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Pass/Fail


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  
2004Bentley CampusSpecial Trimester 2Y  
2004Esperance Community CollegeSemester 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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