EDU2TTD

TEACHING TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN

EDU2TTD

2018

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject works within the Victorian Curriculum, areas of Technologies include Design and Technology, and Digital Technologies. This subject contributes to the knowledge and skills to integrate STEAM Curriculum into a primary classroom program. PSTs develop innovative and sustainable design skills, knowledge and understanding of good design, planning and development of Design Briefs, whilst nurturing deep learning, creativity and collaboration. PSTs design, present and evaluate an integrated technology and design unit for Primary schools. PSTs use a range of software to develop understandings related to the modern learner's use of Digital Technologies. This subject will be supported by practical activities and tasks, as PSTs examine the methodology, processes, assessment, OH&S issues and diversity of technologies. They apply protocols and legal practices that support safe, ethical, respectful communications and collaboration, based on the Victorian Curriculum design process for primary schools.

SchoolSchool of Education

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorSimon O'Mallon

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsEvaluating the quality of learning: The SOLO taxonomyRecommendedBiggs, J.B., & Collis, K.F. (1982) New York: Academic Press.
ReadingsDesign and Technology for ChildreRecommendedFleer, M., and Jane, B. (2011)Australia: Pearson.
ReadingsUbD and PYP: complementary planning frameworks (Understanding by Design in the primary Years).RecommendedMcTighe, J., Emberger, M., and Carber, S. (2008).International Schools Journal. Vol XXVIII No.1 November 200
ReadingsTeaching Design and Technology 3-11RecommendedNewton, D. (2005).SAGE Publishing.
ReadingsIn the Bubble, Designing in a complex world.RecommendedThackara, J. (2006).Massachusetts. MIT Press.

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Demonstrate knowledge of research into how students learn in a technological context including concepts, substance and structure of the content.

Activities:
Workshops & online learning tasks

02. Critically reflect on content specific knowledge and legislative requirements for maintaining safe learning environments for students.

Activities:
Workshops & online learning tasks

03. Design an integrated curriculum learning sequence demonstrating engagement, knowledge of a range of resources and assessment strategies.

Activities:
Workshops & online learning tasks

04. Respond creatively to design challenges through presentation of a collaborative digital artefact.

Activities:
Workshops & online learning tasks

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Bendigo, 2018, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSimon O'Mallon

Class requirements

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Unit of Work and Resource Development. 2000 words5001, 02
Digital Technologies in Practice Project (Approx 2000 words)5003, 04

Melbourne, 2018, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGreg Powell

Class requirements

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Unit of Work and Resource Development. 2000 words5001, 02
Digital Technologies in Practice Project (Approx 2000 words)5003, 04

Mildura, 2018, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKymberley Barbary

Class requirements

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Unit of Work and Resource Development. 2000 words5001, 02
Digital Technologies in Practice Project (Approx 2000 words)5003, 04