EDUC6045

Advanced Learning Theory

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Education

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2014

WebLearn GradSchool	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides an understanding of recent research and developments in learning theory. The focus lies in understanding learning from the perspective of individual differences, with an emphasis on those attributes underlying independent, strategic learning.

Objectives

After successfully completing this subject, students should be able to:

1) Demonstrate an understanding of the recent research literature in learning and teaching
2) Demonstrate an understanding of how current policy on learning and teaching is related to such literature

Content

Research literature will encompass major topics examining processes, content and products (outcomes) of learning and teaching including : metacognition, self-regulated learning, student self-beliefs, self-awareness, teacher beliefs and efficacy, teacher reflection, the place of practice in informing research, teaching strategies (metacognitive, cognitive, behavioural), problem solving, and their relationships to developmental levels. Students will be encouraged to pursue areas of particular interest to them within this framework.

Replacing Course(s)

Transition

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

N/A

Modes of Delivery

External Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Assessment will be based on the equivalent of 5000 words of scholarly/academic writing. Typically, two papers of approximately 2500 words each will comprise the assessment regime.

Contact Hours

Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 13 weeks

Timetables