edu1ilt introduction to learning theories
INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING THEORIES
EDU1ILT
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students study established theories of learning, which explain the nature of learning, how it happens and the forces that influence human motivation. Students will also explore the application of these theories in classroom settings.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNicole Hayes
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Only available to students enrolled in the following courses: EBECE - Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, EBPHEB - Bachelor of Physical and Health Education, EVEDB/RBEDM - Bachelor of Education Students must succesfully pass both the coursework and Professional Expereince component of EDU1ITP: Introduction to Teaching Practice to be eligible to enrol in this subject.
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 | Educational Psychology For Learning and Teaching (4th ed.) | Prescribed | Duchesne, S., McMaugh, A., Buchner, S., & Krause, K.L. (2013) | AUSTRALIA: CENGAGE LEARNING |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explore personal understandings and experiences of learning including an analysis of study and learning skills and provide clear explanations of current learning theories.
- Activities:
- Engagement with learning activities Development of philosophy of learning and teaching Planning for learning experiences
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Apply explanations of learning theories to teaching practice and classroom based situations using teamwork and leadership skills.
- Activities:
- Engagement with learning activities Development of philosophy of learning and teaching Planning for learning experiences
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
03. Demonstrate autonomy and the capacity to work independently by developing a set of professional learning goals, with clearly articulated strategies and resources to meet these goals.
- Activities:
- Development of philosophy of learning and teaching
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
04. Demonstrate principles of effective teaching and learning in a classroom practice.
- Activities:
- Engagement with learning activities Professional Experience
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
05. Critically reflect upon your own teaching performance and analyze observed classroom practices.
- Activities:
- Professional Experience
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2017, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicole Hayes
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 36 - 37
One 5.0 days placement - off site per study period on weekdays during the day from week 36 to week 37 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.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy of Learning and Teaching | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Multi-Dimensional Learning Experience | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Professional Experience Requirements | Successful completion of both the coursework and Professional Experience (5 days of compulsory supervised teaching practice) components of this subject are necessary to satisfy the requirements to pass (minimum 50% Coursework Grade; Stnadard Met or Standard Exceeded for Professional Experience). | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Mildura, 2017, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKymberley Barbary
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 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 SiteWeek: 36 - 37
One 5.0 days placement - off site per study period on weekdays during the day from week 36 to week 37 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy of Learning and Teaching | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Multi-Dimensional Learning Experience | 30 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Professional Experience Requirements | Successful completion of both the coursework and Professional Experience (5 days of compulsory supervised teaching practice) components of this subject are necessary to satisfy the requirements to pass (minimum 50% Coursework Grade; Stnadard Met or Standard Exceeded for Professional Experience). | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |