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EDUC6076

Seminar in Sensory Disability A

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

WebLearn GradSchool Semester 1, Semester 2

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

This is an advanced course with flexible goals and assessments. As a prerequisite, students should have completed at least two postgraduate courses in special education (sensory disability), or have previously completed a postgraduate award. The course is intended for students interested in studying a specialised topic with the close direction of a Renwick Centre faculty member. Consent of the Course Coordinator is required prior to enrolling.

RIDBC Renwick Centre administers this course. Before enrolling in this course, review the RIDBC Renwick Centre Handbook and the timetable at http://www.ridbc.org.au/renwick/courses/current.php.

Objectives Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of:
1) issues, research literature and/or practical initiatives in a specific area of education for students with sensory disability;
2) skill in undertaking and reporting reviews of the literature and in applying research results to educational practice with students with sensory disability;
3) critical thinking.
Content Course content includes:
1) specialised topics;
2) examination of professional literature;
3) identification and differential application of contemporary theory on specified topic with relevance to policy and/or practice.
Replacing Course(s) Not applicable
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge nil
Modes of Delivery Distance Learning : IT Based
Teaching Methods Case Study
Email Discussion Group
Experience Based Learning
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Ideology and literature review (an alternative assessment is possible in consultation with the course coordinator)
Projects Essay (an alternative assessment is possible in consultation with the course coordinator)
Contact Hours Self Directed Learning: for 10 hour(s) per Week for 13 weeks
Timetables 2013 Course Timetables for EDUC6076