EDUC1004

Contexts of Teaching 1

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Not available in 2014

Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003

Designed to introduce students to the multiple, interacting contexts in which teaching occurs. Students will examine the structural, sociocultural and historical contexts of teaching and critically reflect on their interaction and implications for teaching practice.

Objectives Students should be able to demonstrate the ability to:
a. Identify structures, principles, and values of education systems and the implications of these for teaching practice;
b. Identify social and cultural differences in global, national and local educational contexts and the implications of these for teaching practice;
c. Assess the impact of historical factors on contexts;
d. Develop pedagogical principles and practices for contemporary contexts.
Content 1. Teaching as a multicontextual endeavour.
2. Structural contexts of Australian education - power and equity.
3. Sociocultural contexts of teaching- gender, ethnicity, race and social class.
4. Historical contexts of teaching.
5. Teaching for difference - developing contextually specific pedagogical practice.
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge nil
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Self Directed Learning
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Minor Essay = 20%.
Major Essay (Analytical Report) = 40%.
Formal Examination = 40%.
Contact Hours Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term