EDP3101

Literacy and culture in the curriculum

(EDU)

Dr I S Walker and Dr J Edwards

6 points + 4 hours per week + First semester + Peninsula + Prerequisite: EDP1101

Synopsis: Issues and pedagogy relating to the development of children0s literacy during the primary school years. Reading and writing processes. Teaching methodologies and monitoring procedures, including those appropriate to ESL and LOTE teaching. Children0s developmental understandings of their world and how they can be effective participants in a multicultural society.

Assessment: Written assignment: 40% + Exam: 40% + Hurdle - attendance (80%) and participation in tutorials.