EPT173 Introduction to the Teaching Profession (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Professional Studies (PROFL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to the teaching profession. It enables students to explore their suitability for teaching through a 15 day placement consisting of observation of teaching and learning as well as limited opportunities to undertake supported teaching practice. The subject aims to offer students a realistic insight into modern teaching practice as well as opportunities to reflect on their understanding of teaching and their desire to join the profession.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Bathurst |
| Internal | Dubbo | Term 3 |
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga |
| Internal | Bathurst |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EPT173
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Restricted to students enrolled in the University Certificate in General Studies or the Bachelor of Educational Studies or by permission of the Course Coordinator.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1. have developed their understanding of the profession through an investigation of the public perception and practical reality of teaching and educating.
2. have successfully completed a 15 day placement in an educational setting.
3. have demonstrated basic competency in developing relationships with teachers and students in classrooms.
4. be able to demonstrate a beginning level of competence in managing children in educational contexts.
5. be able to support children during simple learning experiences with direct guidance by a teacher.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Perception of the teaching profession and its effects on teachers and the social value of education.
- Mandatory Child Protection training
- Relationship development in educational settings.
- 15 day practicum.
- Professional practice in the modern classroom - issues, demands, and personal challenges.
Workplace Learning
This subject contains a Workplace Learning component. Please contact the subject coordinator for further information.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.