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EDUC2747

K-6 PDHPE

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2
OurimbahSemester 2
Port Macquarie Nth Coast InstSemester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010

In this course students will explore the content and organisation of the NSW K-6 PDHPE curriculum; examine the knowledge base underpinning the principles and practices of teaching and learning in PDHPE; teaching strategies and resources for programming, teaching and assessing primary PDHPE; the role and value of PDHPE; the place of PDHPE in the K-12 PDHPE continuum (particularly the links between Stage 3 and 4); the literacy and numeracy demands of PDHPE curriculum; ways of differentiating curriculum to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching and learning K-6 PDHPE.
2. Discuss the role and value of PDHPE in the broader school curriculum, and its place in the K-12 PDHPE continuum (particularly the links between Stage 3 and 4).
3. Navigate the content, structure and organisation of the NSW K-6 PDHPE curriculum.
4. Demonstrate appropriate teaching strategies for PDHPE.
5. Understand the literacy and numeracy demands of PDHPE.
6. Differentiate curriculum to meet the diverse literacy needs of learners.
Content
The course will cover: PDHPE in Context - the role and value of PDHPE in primary schools; Programming in PDHPE; The classroom teacher and health promotion; Current issues and initiatives in K-6 PDHPE; appropriate teaching strategies for PDHPE.
Replacing Course(s)
EDUC3034
Transition
N/A
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
N/A
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Practical
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Examination: Class
In class written test - 1000 words or equivalent
Essays / Written Assignments
Develop a series of sequential lessons (including resources) for teaching a topic for the K-6 PDHPE syllabus
Presentations - Group
Practical assessment related to the PDHPE curriculum - 1500 words or equivalent
Contact Hours
Workshop: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for EDUC2747