Unit of Study: EDPF5001 - Contemporary Issues in Teaching
The purpose of this core unit in Teaching and Curriculum Studies is to provide participants with an opportunity to explore the socially constructed nature of schooling, curriculum, teaching and learning. Current issues that impact on teachers' work will be investigated. Recent research and theory that examine the roles of teachers in facilitating students' learning in primary, secondary and tertiary contexts will be reviewed and critiqued. A series of core sessions will initially consider issues which have impacted across all education sectors (eg outcomes based education, problem based/inquiry learning; issues of class, gender and culture; the politics of curriculum reform). Depending on the professional interests of participants, remaining sessions will be negotiated to ensure that perspectives in the most relevant Key Learning Areas are examined.
Unit coordinator: Dr Judy Anderson
Classes: seminars 13 wks x 2 hrs
Assessment: 4000 wd critical review and 2000 wd seminar presentation and paper
Courses this subject is available in
This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:
Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education offers candidates the opportunity for advanced self-reflective research into the education profession and professional practice in education. The specific aim of the Doctor of Education is to develop research professionals, through completion of coursework and a research thesis.
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies is a one semester program for leaders and future leaders in education in a dynamic climate or educational change and innovation. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies
The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is for trained teachers who wish to better understand educational theory and research. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education
The Master of Education (MEd) is one of the largest postgraduate coursework programs in Australia, and is designed to develop and support the careers of trained teachers who are teaching professionals, educational administrators, researchers and policymakers. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education (Research)
This course focuses primarily on research in the area of education.
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Master of Philosophy in Education
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing research in the area of Education but not eligible to undertake a PhD.
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