LEARNING DIFFERENCES AND PEDAGOGY
EDU5LDP
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The focus in this subject is on the areas of learning differences and learning disabilities. Issues such as poverty, homelessness and substance abuse are investigated, particularly as they relate to school responsiveness and pedagogy. Particular areas of high incidence difference, such as Austism Spectrum Disorder, are selected for attention. The complex nature of learning disabilities is also analysed. School and teacher responsiveness to difference is analysed, including individualised learning plans and approaches to differentiating the curriculum.
FacultyFaculty of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSusan Bennett
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Educating children with diverse abilities | Recommended | Ashman, A., & Elkins, J. (eds) (2005) | 2ND ED, FRENCHS FOREST, NSW: PEARSON/PRENTICE HALL |
| Readings | How to differentiate instruction in mixed-ability classrooms | Recommended | Tomlinson, C. (2005) | 2ND ED, UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NEW JERSEY: PEARSON EDUCATION |
| Readings | Inclusion in action | Recommended | Foreman, P. (ed) (2011) | 3RD ED, SOUTH MELBOURNE: CENGAGE |
| Readings | Specified Journal articles | Recommended | (Links provided on LMS) | VARIOUS |
| Readings | The differentiated classroom: responding to the needs of all learners | Recommended | Tomlinson, C. (2005) | UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NEW JERSEY: PEARSON EDUCATION |
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Week 27-38, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Bennett
Class requirements
Lecture/Seminar
Week:
27
-
27
Two 4.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 27 to week 27
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Two preliminary half-day sessions at the on-campus intensive."
Scheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours scheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
and delivered via blended.
"Directed on-line learning activities."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study - Create an ILP and Description of ILP collaborative planning(equivalent 2000 words) | 50 | |
| Online Quiz (2,000 words equivalent) | 50 |