Issues at the legal interface of education
Dr A R Shorten
Summer semester * Clayton
The aim of this lecture-discussion subject is to examine some educational issues which arise at the interface of education and the law. There are no prerequisites. Topics will include the sources of law for education; the nature of legislative jurisdiction over education in Victoria and some issues arising therefrom; the rights of parents and of children in education; and an examination of some ethical professional issues which arise from the impact of the legal system upon the work of teachers and educational administrators. Details of relevant reference materials will be provided at the initial class session.
Assessment
Seminar participation and presentation * Two written assessments (1000 and 3000 words)