TEACHING ENGLISH
EDU2TE
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the developmental nature of language and literacy beyond the early years and develops understanding of the tensions surrounding the assessment of literacy. Students develop a practical knowledge of curriculum programs and assessment practices for each level of schooling (early primary, middle years) including: innovations in language and literacy pedagogy e.g. multiliteracies.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: EDU1LL
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Weekly readings available online in LMS | Prescribed | TBA | TBA |
| Readings | Literacies & Learners: Current perspectives (3rd Ed) | Recommended | Green, D & Campbell, R (Eds) (2006) | AUSTRALIA: PEARSON EDUCATION |
| Readings | Literacy: reading, writing and children's literature | Recommended | Winch, G., Ross Johnson, R., March, P., Ljungdahl, L. and Holliday, M. (2011) (4th ed.) | SOUTH MELBOURNE, OXFORD. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate effective use of theoretical frameworks to plan for literacy teaching across the curriculum.
- Activities:
- Assessment task 2
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Demonstrate a practical command of a repertoire of programs, approaches and strategies that reflect current best English teaching, learning and assessment practice.
- Activities:
- Assessment Task 1 & 2
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Explain the complexity of the socio-political issues surrounding the definition and assessment of literacy.
- Activities:
- Assessment Task 3
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
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 blended.
"Plus online learning"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Strategies (1250 word equivalent) | 30 | 01, 03 | |
| Literacy Block Planning (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One 1.5 hour examination (1250 words equivalent) | 30 | 03 |
Mildura, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Cindy Tassone
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 blended.
"Plus online learning"
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Strategies (1250 word equivalent) | 30 | 01, 03 | |
| Literacy Block Planning (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One 1.5 hour examination (1250 words equivalent) | 30 | 03 |