Available in 2013
| WebLearn GradSchool | Semester 2 |
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Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
Current information on boys and literacies in Australia and internationally will be examined. Boys' reading preferences and habits and literacy results will be investigated. The course will involve a discussion of boys learning styles in literacy and a range of reading approaches and programs will be reviewed. There will be a discussion of multi-literacies and approaches including computer literacies, visual literacies and the use of a range of technologies will be critically examined. Students will be encouraged to develop/implement strategies and programs to successfully engage boys in literacies.
| Objectives | 1. Examine evidence of boys literacy achievements and preferences 2. Discuss range of literacies 3. Examine apporaches and strategies to literacies that engage boys |
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| Content | 1. Recent national and international evidence of boys literacy achievements and preferences. 2. Information on current definitions and scope of literacies and literacy programs and approaches 3. Critical review of current literacy programs and approaches 4. Case studies of programs and approaches to literacies that engage boys. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | N/A | ||
| Transition | Not required | ||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||
| Assumed Knowledge | Nil | ||
| Modes of Delivery | Distance Learning : Paper Based | ||
| Teaching Methods | Self Directed Learning
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| Contact Hours | Self Directed Learning: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term | ||
| Timetables | 2013 Course Timetables for EDUC6153 |