Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2011
This course explores a range of perspectives from diverse social, ethnic, cultural and religious groups in Australia and encourages students to consider the implications of such diversity for educational policy and practice. The course will challenge popular views of multicultural education as the celebration of diversity and consider the role of education in yielding transformational change and combating the negative effects of stereotyping, discrimination and prejudice.
| Objectives | This course provides students with the opportunity to: 1. develop a critical understanding of key concepts related to diversity in education; 2. explore the educational implications of social, ethnic, cultural and religious diversity in schools; 3. critically evaluate the impacts of stereotyping, discrimination and prejudice in schools; and 4. apply their understanding of teaching for diversity in an educational context. |
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| Content | The following list indicates indicative course content: * diversity in Australian schools * transformative multicultural education * multicultural policy and practice * stereotyping, discrimination and prejudice * social justice pedagogy |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||||
| Transition | NA | ||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||
| Assumed Knowledge | NA | ||||
| Modes of Delivery | Distance Learning : IT Based | ||||
| Teaching Methods | Self Directed Learning | ||||
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| Contact Hours | Self Directed Learning: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |