PUBH3040
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop and apply knowledge and skills in aspects of the Personal Development and Health syllabus strands of Self and Relationships, Individual and Community Health and the Personal, Social and Community Health component of the New Australian Curriculum HPE, specifically as they relate to sexuality and emotional, relational and mental health. Students expand on the knowledge and skills gained in previous Health Studies courses in promoting the health of students using a whole of school approach.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe and apply principles of, and strategies for teaching Personal Development and dealing with sensitive issues in relation to sexuality and social, emotional, and mental health
2. Demonstrate teaching skills and effectively use relevant teaching resources for teaching about personal development topics
3. Analyse their own experiences, attitudes and values which may affect their teaching of key strands of the syllabus
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the concepts and processes involved with sexuality, mental health issues for children and adolescents, child protection, and grief and loss (personal development topics in the NSW Secondary School Personal Development, Health and Physical Education syllabus and New Australian Curriculum HPE).
5. Describe a range of teaching, whole school and wider community strategies that will enhance the health and wellbeing of children.
Content
- Module 1 - Sexuality
- Module 2 - Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
Assumed knowledge
PUBH2040
Assessment items
Written Assignment: 'Sexuality Question Box' Presentation and Written Report
Online Learning Activity: Canvas Online Reflection Tasks
Online Open Book Formal Examination: Examination
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Online Activity-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 2 week(s)
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 10 week(s)
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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