STUDENTS WHO CHALLENGE
EDU4SWC
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students investigate the educational needs of young people who display significant challenging behaviours. A holistic perspective drawn from sound theoretical and applied models forms the foundation of the investigation. Inclusive school practices are promoted through analysis and the development of proactive and reactive strategies.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
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 | Classroom Management: Engaging students in learning (2nd ed.) | Recommended | McDonald, T. (2013) | SOUTH MELBOURNE: OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS |
| Readings | Classroom behaviour: Theory and practice | Recommended | Charles, CM. (2012) | PEARSON |
| Readings | Educational psychology: For learning and teaching | Recommended | Krause, K.-L., Bochner, S., Duchesne, S. & McMaugh, A. (2010) | MELBOURNE: CENGAGE LEARNING |
| Readings | Teaching challenges and dilemmas (4th ed.) | Recommended | Groundwater-Smith, S., Ewing, R. & Le Cornu, R. (2013) | MELBOURNE: CENGAGE LEARNING |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and understand a range of motivations that drive challenging student behaviours
- Activities:
- 1. The preparation of a risk/protective factor resource folder 2. Analysis of an individualised behaviour management and learning plan 3. Seminar based group activities and tasks 4. Guest speaker panel 5. Lecture presentations
02. Analyse a range of pedagogical philosophies and practices that promote positive student behaviours
- Activities:
- 1. The preparation of a risk/protective factor resource folder 2. Analysis of an individualised behaviour management and learning plan 3. Seminar based group activities and tasks 4. Lecture presentations
03. Develop the foundations of a personalised pedagogical philosophy and practice that promotes positive student behaviours
- Activities:
- 1. The preparation of a risk/protective factor resource folder 2. Analysis of an individualised behaviour management and learning plan 3. Seminar based group activities and tasks 4. Guest speaker panel 5. Lecture presentations
04. Identify and understand the purpose and structure of an individualised behaviour management and learning plan
- Activities:
- 1. Interview with an educator 2. The preparation of a risk/protective factor resource folder 3. Lecture presentations
Bendigo, 2017, Summer, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Debra Edwards
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 48 - 50
Four 7.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 48 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Resource Folder | 35 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| 2. Development of an individualised behaviour management and learning plan | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 3. Co-operative Learning Group activities and tasks | 25 | 01, 02, 03 |