In this unit you are introduced to the concept of personal and professional learning and you will question, investigate and actively reflect on your learning experiences. In addition you will theorise your own and others' learning experiences in the light of your study of contemporary learning theories. You are encouraged to connect your own experiences with recent developments in education, and within a global context, and ask questions such as: Who am I and how do I learn? What is it like to be a learner? What is happening in the world and how does this influence learning? You will engage in academic writing for university settings, learn about referencing conventions and will familiarise yourselves with library resources. Finally you will evaluate your own literacy and numeracy skills, knowledge and understandings and commence planning to address your learning in these areas.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
EEC1101
Co-requisites
This unit is only for Education students undertaking courses ABEC, EBCL, EBEC, EUES, ABED, EBED and EBST.
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Reflect on own learning experiences and examine how your learning connects to educational approaches | ||
| 2. | Discuss research relating to how children learn and examine the implication of this for education; | ||
| 3. | Investigate the professional and personal learning needs required for educators; | ||
| 4. | Review the needs of learners from diverse cultural, economic and religious backgrounds including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Two reading reflections collected during tutorial sessions | 30% |
| Creative Works | Digital movie about effective personal and professional learning, learning styles and experience. | 45% |
| Presentation | Group presentation on a selected approach to professional learning covered in the unit. | 25% |
Required reading
Teaching: Making a difference. 5th edition
Churchill, R., Ferguson, P., Godhino, S., Johnson, N., Keddie, A. M., Letts, W., Vick, M., and Rogers, J (2021).
Wiley Publishers, Australia
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