LEARNING LITERACY
EDU1LLI
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject engages pre-service teachers with skills required for academic literacy. This is scaffolded through a diagnostic test where pre-service teachers will establish areas of strength and areas that require development. The subject deals with the components and conventions of English language, and the developmental stages of language and literacy learning. Pre-service teachers will also develop proficiency in the application of English language concepts, critical thinking and analytical writing skills. Pre-service teachers will extend their conceptual understanding, knowledge and skills in professional and academic literacy practices.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 1 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Students must be enrolled in either of the following courses in order to undertake this subject: Bachelor Educational Studies (EBEST EBESTB, EBESTM, EBESTP),Bachelor of Education Secondary (EBEDS, EBEDSB, EBEDSM), Bachelor of Education Primary (EBEDP, EBEDPB, EBEDPM), Bachelor of Early Childhood (EBECB, EBECP), Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (EBPHEB), Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (EBECE), Bachelor of Education (EVEDB, RBEDM), Bachelor of Educational Studies (EBESB, EBES, EBESM), Bachelor of Teaching Primary (EBTP)
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 | The Communications Toolkit | Prescribed | Grellier, J. & Goerke, V. (2014). | Cengage |
| Readings | Language, literacy and early childhood education | Recommended | Fellowes, J & Oakley, G. (2014). | Oxford |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Respond to results of a diagnostic test to identify literacy and English language strengths and act to remediate areas of weakness.
- Activities:
- Theoretical understanding acquired from readings and lectures. In class discussion to develop practical application
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
02. Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of the English language and literacy and think critically about the demands of a variety of text types.
- Activities:
- Prescribed readings assessed by written examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
03. Understand introductory knowledge of English language components, conventions and acquisition, and literacy learning at different developmental stages.
- Activities:
- Prescribed readings, lectures, tutorials and in class discussion. Assessments through examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Adaptability Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Adaptability Skills)
04. Demonstrate proficiency in speaking and writing in English.
- Activities:
- Oral presentation in addition to written assessments
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence,Adaptability Skills)
Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation on a specified topic, with a written plan and peer assessment. | 10 min presentation (equiv to 500 words) Written plan, reflective self-evaluation & peer feedback 1,300 words | 40 | 01, 02 |
| Literacy practical tasks comprising a literacy skills workbook culminating in an essay. | a. Literacy skill workbook equiv to 1300 word essay) 30% b. Essay 1300 words on a specified topic 30% | 60 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Hurdle Literacy Test | This Hurdle assessment will be supported through a diagnostic test. Students must successful pass this assessment to pass the subject this hurdle. | 01, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation on a specified topic, with a written plan and peer assessment. | 10 min presentation (equiv to 500 words) Written plan, reflective self-evaluation & peer feedback 1,300 words | 40 | 01, 02 |
| Literacy practical tasks comprising a literacy skills workbook culminating in an essay. | a. Literacy skill workbook equiv to 1300 word essay) 30% b. Essay 1300 words on a specified topic 30% | 60 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Hurdle Literacy Test | This Hurdle assessment will be supported through a diagnostic test. Students must successful pass this assessment to pass the subject this hurdle. | 01, 04 |
Mildura, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Cindy Tassone
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation on a specified topic, with a written plan and peer assessment. | 10 min presentation (equiv to 500 words) Written plan, reflective self-evaluation & peer feedback 1,300 words | 40 | 01, 02 |
| Literacy practical tasks comprising a literacy skills workbook culminating in an essay. | a. Literacy skill workbook equiv to 1300 word essay) 30% b. Essay 1300 words on a specified topic 30% | 60 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Hurdle Literacy Test | This Hurdle assessment will be supported through a diagnostic test. Students must successful pass this assessment to pass the subject this hurdle. | 01, 04 |
Shepparton, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation on a specified topic, with a written plan and peer assessment. | 10 min presentation (equiv to 500 words) Written plan, reflective self-evaluation & peer feedback 1,300 words | 40 | 01, 02 |
| Literacy practical tasks comprising a literacy skills workbook culminating in an essay. | a. Literacy skill workbook equiv to 1300 word essay) 30% b. Essay 1300 words on a specified topic 30% | 60 | 02, 03, 04 |
| Hurdle Literacy Test | This Hurdle assessment will be supported through a diagnostic test. Students must successful pass this assessment to pass the subject this hurdle. | 01, 04 |