IDENTITY, POLICY AND EQUITABLE PRACTICE: ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDIES
EDU1ISE
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject first year education students develop core knowledge, skills and dispositions required to be equity oriented teachers. In a climate of cultural safety and exploration, students examine their own cultural identies, representations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and become critically reflective of the historical and socio-economic circumstances that have impacted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia. Utilising a rights-based perspective, students also learn about current policies and examples of best equitable practice that will inform their future work as teachers in diverse classrooms.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Martha Kamara
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 1 - UG
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 | Introductory Indigenous Studies in Education : Reflection and the Importance of Knowing. | Recommended | Phillips, Jean & Lampert, Jo (Eds.) (2012) | Pearson Education Australia, Frenchs Forest |
| Readings | Welcome to Country | Recommended | Auntie Joy Murphy. (2016) | Walker Books, Newtown, NSW. |
| Readings | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education | Recommended | Kaye Price (2017) | Cambridge University Press. Port Melbourne |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explore theories of cultural identity, and productively engage in challenging conversations around equity, diversity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
- Activities:
- Students will engage in a range of learning activities including online modules, face to face experiences and readings
- 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. Explore significant events impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as current rights-based approaches, educational policy and practices related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
- Activities:
- Students will engage in a range of learning activities including online modules, face to face experiences and readings
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
03. Critically reflect on ethics, beliefs and emerging teaching philosophies
- Activities:
- Students will engage in a range of learning activities including online modules, face to face experiences and readings
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
04. Demonstrate the capacity to lead and effectively work in ways that are #culturally safe# .
- Activities:
- Students will engage in a range of learning activities including online modules, face to face experiences and readings
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour,Study and Learning Skills)
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kathryn Coff
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 online.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group presentation and written reflection = equivalent 1,000 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Portfolio + images/artefacts = 1,500 words | 40 | 01, 03 | |
| Reflective journal = 1,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Martha Kamara
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 online.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group presentation and written reflection = equivalent 1,000 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Portfolio + images/artefacts = 1,500 words | 40 | 01, 03 | |
| Reflective journal = 1,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Martha Kamara
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 online.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group presentation and written reflection = equivalent 1,000 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Portfolio + images/artefacts = 1,500 words | 40 | 01, 03 | |
| Reflective journal = 1,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
Shepparton, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Catherine Hamm
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 online.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group presentation and written reflection = equivalent 1,000 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Portfolio + images/artefacts = 1,500 words | 40 | 01, 03 | |
| Reflective journal = 1,500 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |