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EPT218 Student Learning & Engagement (8)

Abstract

This subject examines the nature of the school environment and introduces preservice teachers to the way in which teachers communicate in this environment. Preservice teachers will utilize the knowledge and experience that they have gained including observation and identification of learner needs and abilities. Preservice teachers will undertake 17 days in a school setting, 15 days of placement and 2 introductory days to observe, evaluate, devise, and utilize a range of teaching strategies and resources that benefit school children.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 2
InternalAlbury-Wodonga Campus
InternalBathurst Campus
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EPT218
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionSY/USSchool of Education

Enrolment restrictions

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (K-12), Bachelor of Education (Health & PE), Bachelor of Education (TAS), Bachelor of Teaching (K-12 Science), Bachelor of Educational Studies or as approved by the Course Director.
 
Prerequisite(s)
EPT113 or EPT123 or EPT125

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • have knowledge of key research literature in teaching practice;
  • have knowledge of key research literature in to student learning;
  • develop a range of questioning skills;
  • develop skills in emotional response and value clarification;
  • develop skills in verbal and non-verbal communication;
  • develop an awareness of current models of teaching in schools with a view to developing their own teaching style;
  • engage in critical enquiry and dialogue with a range of educational professionals such as subject coordinator, university liaison officer and associate teacher;
  • demonstrate knowledge of the Professional Teaching Standards;
  • complete the required number of days in a school setting.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • Teaching and Learning Theories;
  • value clarification skills;
  • verbal and non-verbal communication;
  • fifteen days of placement in a school setting;
  • two days of observations in a school setting;
  • participate in teaching sessions and reflect on those sessions;
  • role of reflective practice in teaching and learning;
  • Professional Teaching Standards.

Work Place Learning

This subject contains a Compulsory Workplace Learning component of 15 to 17 days duration. This subject will involve 17 days in a school setting, 15 days of placement and 2 introductory days.

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.