EDUC6666

Inclusive and Collaborative Practice and Practicum

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2014

WebLearn GradSchool Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012

This course explores features of inclusive and collaborative practice in early intervention and school-age programming for children who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH), and/or blind or have low vision (B/VI). The combination of knowledges and perspectives required to implement helpful, individualized child-parent support that nurtures and promotes a child's independent learning is discussed. Current and future challenges to the development and functionality of inclusive and collaborative programming are examined and priorities for practice considered.

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

Objectives Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to:
1 describe the social justice concepts and principles underlying the inclusive and collaborative practice.
2 outline criteria for appraisal of adjustments and accommodations to curriculum, assessment, teaching strategies, and learning environments that meet the needs of learners with sensory impairments.
3 demonstrate an understanding of collaborative teamwork to maximise learning of children with unique capacities and needs.
Content Topics will include:
1. Inclusive and collaborative principles, policies and practice.
2. Inclusive and collaborative leadership.
3. Collaborative networks and teamwork.
4. Inclusive adjustments, accommodations and strategies.
5. Transitions: early intervention and early schooling, secondary school and adulthood.
6. Assessment of inclusive and collaborative practice.
7. Enhancing social interactions and inclusive behaviours.
8. Technologies that enhance inclusive and collaborative practice.
Replacing Course(s) Nil
Transition Nil
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Four core courses in MSpecEd (D/HH) or demonstrated equivalent.
Modes of Delivery Distance Learning : IT Based
Teaching Methods Experience Based Learning
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Journal
Case Scenario/PBL exercises
Contact Hours Practicum: for 120 hour(s) per Term for Full Term
Self Directed Learning: for 10 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment Enrolment limited to Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies and Master of Special Education.
Compulsory Course Component Completion of 20 days of practicum is a compulsory course component.
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for EDUC6666