UNDERSTANDING LEARNING - SECONDARY
EDU4ULS
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop knowledge of current learning theories, pedagogical practice and factors that impact on student learning. The subject is designed to introduce students to established theories of learning, which attempt to explain the nature of learning, and what teachers must do, to ensure learning can be maximised, particularly for adolescents. Students also develop understanding about the needs of today's diverse classroom, including responding to multicultural, gender and individual differences.
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Scott Alterator
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: EDU4COL, EDU4UL
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Educational Psychology | Prescribed | Krause et al (2010) | (3RD ED) MELBOURNE: CENGAGE |
| Readings | Educational Psychology | Recommended | O'Donnell (2012) | WILEY |
| Readings | Psychology Applied to Teaching | Recommended | Snowman et al (2008) | WILEY |
Bendigo, 2014, Week 08-22, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Scott Alterator
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day in week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 08 - 09
Eight 3.0 hours workshop other recurrence on weekdays from week 08 to week 09 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day in week 10 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One reflective essay (2000 words) | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass this subject students must attend 80% of scheduled classes. | 50 |
| Three problem-based learning assignments based on classroom case studies (2000 words in total) | 50 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Mary Burston
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One reflective essay (2000 words) | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass this subject students must attend 80% of scheduled classes. | 50 |
| Three problem-based learning assignments based on classroom case studies (2000 words in total) | 50 |