TEACHING INDIGENOUS LEARNERS
EDU3TIL
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop an understanding of Indigenous education in Australian schools. Pre-service teachers explore educational strategies and pedagogy to support Indigenous children and maximise learning outcomes. Preservice teachers seek to identify the challenges in indigenous teaching and learning and utilize research and resources to inform best practice. The subject will promote positive attitudes within the broader community towards Indigenous students and their cultural protocols.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Kathryn Coff
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Students must be enrolled in one of the following courses in order to undertake this subject: Bachelor of Education Secondary (EBEDS, EBEDSB, EBEDSM), or Bachelor of Education Primary (EBEDP, EBEDPB, EBEDPM) or Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) (EBTP) or Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) (EBTS) or Bachelor of Education (EVEDB, RBEDM) or Bachelor of Early Childhood & Primary Education (EBECB, EBECP)
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: EDU2CII, EDU3IED
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education: Resources for Pre-service Teachers | Recommended | Aboriginal - education.vic.gov.au | NA |
| Readings | Aussie Educator- | Recommended | NA | NA |
| Readings | Department of Education, Aboriginal Education Lesson Plans | Recommended | NA | NA |
| Readings | Creative Spirits, Lesson teacher resource to match the Australian Curriculum | Recommended | NA | NA |
| Readings | Welcome to my country | Recommended | Burarrwanga, Laklak, Ritjilili Ganambarr, Merrkiyawuy Ganambarr-Stubbs, Banbapuy Ganambarr,Djawundil Maymuru, Sarah Wright, Sandie Suchet-Pearson, and Kate Lloyd. (2013). | Sydney: Allan & Unwin. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically examine personal assumptions, preconceptions and values when relating to teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials, guest expert interviews, classroom discussions and activities, learning out on country
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Demonstrate broad knowledge and understanding of the impact of culture identity and linguistic background on the education of students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
- Activities:
- Selected Readings, Lectures, tutorials, classroom discussions and activities, learning out on country
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence)
03. Design indigenous curriculum demonstrating knowledge of a range of resources, including ICT that engage students in their learning.
- Activities:
- Selected Readings, Lectures, tutorials, classroom discussions and activities, learning out on country
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Autonomy and independence)
04. Demonstrate broad knowledge of understanding and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages explore the impact of culture identity and linguistic background on the education of students.
- Activities:
- Selected Readings, Lectures, tutorials, guest expert interviews, classroom discussions and activities, learning out on country
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kathryn Coff
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 1.0 hours lecture per study period from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 2.0 hours tutorial per study period from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Reflections and 4 quizzes weekly (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| Indigenous teaching and learning resources evaluation, critique and presentation (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| Essay 1500 words | Embedding Indigenous perspectives in and across the curriculum (placement related task), develop 5 sequential lesson plans in your subject area, demonstrating and justifying that you can embed Indegenous perspectives across your domain or integrated curriculum. Include work samples, mentor feedback & personal reflection word | 30 | 01, 02, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kathryn Coff
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Reflections and 4 quizzes weekly (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| Indigenous teaching and learning resources evaluation, critique and presentation (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| Essay 1500 words | Embedding Indigenous perspectives in and across the curriculum (placement related task), develop 5 sequential lesson plans in your subject area, demonstrating and justifying that you can embed Indegenous perspectives across your domain or integrated curriculum. Include work samples, mentor feedback & personal reflection word | 30 | 01, 02, 04 |
Mildura, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kathryn Coff
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Reflections and 4 quizzes weekly (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| Indigenous teaching and learning resources evaluation, critique and presentation (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| Essay 1500 words | Embedding Indigenous perspectives in and across the curriculum (placement related task), develop 5 sequential lesson plans in your subject area, demonstrating and justifying that you can embed Indegenous perspectives across your domain or integrated curriculum. Include work samples, mentor feedback & personal reflection word | 30 | 01, 02, 04 |
Shepparton, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Catherine Hamm
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 18
Two 2.0 hours workshop every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 18 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Reflections and 4 quizzes weekly (1500 words equivalent) | 40 | 02, 03 | |
| Indigenous teaching and learning resources evaluation, critique and presentation (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| Essay 1500 words | Embedding Indigenous perspectives in and across the curriculum (placement related task), develop 5 sequential lesson plans in your subject area, demonstrating and justifying that you can embed Indegenous perspectives across your domain or integrated curriculum. Include work samples, mentor feedback & personal reflection word | 30 | 01, 02, 04 |