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EPT436 Transition to the Teaching Profession (8)

Abstract

As the capstone subject in the course students will draw together their development as a teacher. Students will analyse their personal practice and identify the professional learning goals they have as they enter the profession and consider their entry into the profession and plan for their initial period in the position of educator. Students will, in collaboration with their associate teachers, plan delivery and assess a variety of curriculum areas as appropriate. The number of days will depend on accreditation requirements. This experience will contribute to the students’ professional development as teachers.

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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionSY/USSchool of Teacher Education

Enrolment restrictions

Prerequisite(s)Incompatible subject(s)
EPT329EPT427

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • successfully undertake the role of a classroom teacher;
  • demonstrate the use of resources in a school settings;
  • demonstrate current models of teaching and learning for a range of learners across a range of stages;
  • demonstrate appropriate teaching skills and strategies for teaching diverse learners;
  • use information and communication technologies as a resource for teaching and learning;
  • utilise assessment and reporting procedures appropriate to the context;
  • complete between 25 to 35 days of professional experience.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • work placement in a school or schools;
  • critical self-reflection and ongoing professional development.

Work Place Learning

This subject contains a CompulsoryThis subject contains a Workplace Learning component. Please contact the subject coordinator for further information. This subject will involve the practice in school setting in a range of disciplines.

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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.