EDUC6352
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course brings together Australian education policy, research and practice to explore the nature of school leadership in contemporary Australia.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the Australian education policy context;
2. Investigate the impact of different policy players on schools and schooling; and
3. Critically engage with contemporary policy issues facing Australian school leaders.
Content
Indicative content will include:
- The Australian education policy structure
- The Australian school system
- National, Federal and State education policy
- Historical education policy moves in Australia
- International education policy trends
- Educational leadership as the mediator of policy
Requisite
This course replaces EDUC6032. If you have successfully completed EDUC6032 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assessment items
Essay: Essay: Trends in Australian Education Policy
Written Assignment: Term Paper: Analysis of the impact of policy on school leadership
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- EDUC6352 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 631.7 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.