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Unit of Study: EDPF6014 - Issues in Teacher Education

This unit will examine features of, and factors related to teacher education in western countries during the twentieth century. Particular attention will be paid to problems and issues facing teacher educators in Australia and to an examination of selected and significant recent trends.

Unit coordinator: Professor Robyn Ewing

Classes: seminars 13 wks x 2 hrs

Assessment: 1000 wd seminar paper; 4000 wd special topic presented at conclusion of seminar

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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