edu2ulg understanding learning
UNDERSTANDING LEARNING
EDU2ULG
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will examine theories of learning. These theoretical approaches will be explicated in relation to school and classroom strategies. Starting with sociocultural and critical theories of education, this subject will focus on models of learning and pedagogy, effective teaching and learning environments, the constructivist classroom, teacher strategies for engagement and active learning in the contemporary classroom.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorCraig Deed
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites EDU1CAD
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, Learning and Assessment. | Prescribed | Kivunja, C (2015) | Oxford University Press: Australia |
| Readings | Navigating sites for narrative inquiry. | Recommended | Clandinin, D. J., Pushor, D., & Orr, A. M. (2007). | Journal of Teacher Education |
| Readings | Questions from afar: the influence of outsideness on web-based | Recommended | Deed, C., Edwards, A., & Gomez, V. (2015). | Technology, Pedagogy and Education, |
| Readings | 'Unwalling' the classroom: Teacher reaction and adaptation. | Recommended | Deed, C., & Lesko, T. (2015). | Learning |
| Readings | Educational Psychology for Learning and Teaching. | Recommended | Duchesne, S., & McMaugh, A (2015) | Cengage Learning: |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop an understanding of the major theories and models of learning that are applied in contemporary education environments
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, case studies, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
02. Analyse the relationship between teaching, learning and learning outcomes
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, case studies, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
03. Identify and describe effective teaching strategies and environments to support learning
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, case studies, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCraig Deed
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Five 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Five 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 15.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning journal (1000 words) | 15 | 01 | |
| Analysis of impact of development on learning and teaching (1500 words) | 35 | 02, 03 | |
| Examination (equivalent 2000 words) | This will be scaffolded through assessment tasks 1 & 2 | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSteven Stolz
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Five 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Five 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 15.0 days unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning journal (1000 words) | 15 | 01 | |
| Analysis of impact of development on learning and teaching (1500 words) | 35 | 02, 03 | |
| Examination (equivalent 2000 words) | This will be scaffolded through assessment tasks 1 & 2 | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCraig Deed
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Five 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Five 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 15.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning journal (1000 words) | 15 | 01 | |
| Analysis of impact of development on learning and teaching (1500 words) | 35 | 02, 03 | |
| Examination (equivalent 2000 words) | This will be scaffolded through assessment tasks 1 & 2 | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |
Shepparton, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCraig Deed
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Five 1.0 hours scheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Five 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 15.0 days unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning journal (1000 words) | 15 | 01 | |
| Analysis of impact of development on learning and teaching (1500 words) | 35 | 02, 03 | |
| Examination (equivalent 2000 words) | This will be scaffolded through assessment tasks 1 & 2 | 50 | 01, 02, 03 |