EDUC6740

Students with Special Needs in Diverse Contexts

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Education

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course introduces students to issues, policies and practices relating to the provision of effective inclusive education that meets the diverse learning needs of all students, including those with disabilities, behaviour disorders and difficulties in learning. During the course students will develop the skills required for collaborating with families and other professionals, for assessing and monitoring student learning, and for making reasonable adjustments to curriculum materials so that all students have access to learning.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to:

1. Identify and discuss issues, attitudes and concepts relevant to the education of students with diverse needs within the social context of the school.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of legislation, educational policies and provisions as well as syllabus documents relating to students with diverse needs including those with a disability.
3. Utilise a range of teaching and learning practices designed to maximise the social and learning experiences of students with diverse needs in primary and secondary settings.

Content

* Diverse needs, and inclusive practices - Legislation, policy and educational services in NSW schools.
* Planning effective teaching strategies
* Implementing reasonable adjustments to meet specific learning needs
* Understanding learning difficulties
* Developing literacy and numeracy skills - Using assessment and monitoring procedures for responsive decision making
* Development of skills for collaborating with families and other professionals
* Encouraging positive interactions

Replacing Course(s)

N/A

Transition

N/A

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Examination: On-line	Assessment 3 = 30%; short answer and multiple choice questions about inclusive practice in relation to the Disability Standards for Education 2005.
Case Scenario/PBL exercises	Assignment 1 = 30%: 1,500 words individual submission plus 10 mins group presentation. Responding to specific needs.
Projects	Assignment 2 = 40%: 1,500 words or equivalent; Adapting a lesson relating to KLA outcomes.

Contact Hours

Tutorial: for 24 hour(s) per Term for 8 weeks

Timetables