edu2th teaching humanities
TEACHING HUMANITIES
EDU2TH
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students explore the history and role of the humanities, Australian and global citizenship education, social studies, social education and Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE) in school programs. They develop the ability to plan, implement and evaluate humanities and citizenship education programs, especially for primary education. Students develop knowledge and appreciation of Australian history, culture and society, particularly as they affect contemporary social issues and their role as humanities and citizenship educators.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLauren Johnson
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
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 Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences, History, Geography, Economics and Citizenship in the Australian Curriculum (5th ed.) | Recommended | Gilbert, R., & Hoepper, B. (Eds.) (2014) | South Melbourne: Cengage |
| Readings | Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences in the Primary School (3rd ed.) | Recommended | Reynolds, R. (2014) | South Melbourne: Oxford University Press |
| Readings | Teaching the Social Sciences and Humanities in the Australian Curriculum (6th ed.) | Recommended | Marsh, C., & Hart, C. (Eds.) (2011) | Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe the goals and objectives of humanities, social education, social studies, citizenship education and Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE).
- Activities:
- Weekly readings, lecture and tutorial participation, assessment tasks, learning opportunities, practicum placement.
02. Develop effective methods of teaching humanities education using inquiry/investigative, participant and cooperative approaches.
- Activities:
- Weekly readings, lecture and tutorial participation, assessment tasks, learning opportunities, practicum placement.
03. Evaluate effective humanities and citizenship education programs, designed to achieve objectives in knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and social participation.
- Activities:
- Weekly readings, lecture and tutorial participation, assessment tasks, learning opportunities, practicum placement.
04. Appraise and compare relevant curricula and resources in Australia and in other countries.
- Activities:
- Weekly readings, lecture and tutorial participation, assessment tasks, learning opportunities, practicum placement.
05. Synthesise your knowledge of approaches to teaching humanities and citizenship and your role as a teacher and subject co-ordinator in this field.
- Activities:
- Weekly readings, lecture and tutorial participation, assessment tasks, learning opportunities, practicum placement.
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLauren Johnson
Class requirements
Tutorial
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Placement - Off Site
One 15.0 days placement - off site per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Plus online learning"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Tutorial Presentation and Summary | Group Task | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Inquiry Development Unit | Individual Task | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Course Practicum Requirements | Hurdle requirement - 15 days of (compulsory) supervised teaching practice. Satisfactory participation and performance to defined exit standards are required to meet the compulsory hurdle requirement. | 30 | 02, 05 |
Mildura, 2015, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDeborah Neal
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Plus online learning"
Placement - Off Site
One 15.0 days placement - off site per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Tutorial
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Tutorial Presentation and Summary | Group Task | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Inquiry Development Unit | Individual Task | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Course Practicum Requirements | Hurdle requirement - 15 days of (compulsory) supervised teaching practice. Satisfactory participation and performance to defined exit standards are required to meet the compulsory hurdle requirement. | 30 | 02, 05 |