EDF4102

Curriculum Studies: Primary English 2

(EDU)

Assoc Prof L Cairns/Dr P Richardson (Gippsland) + Ms L Surman/Dr I Walker (Peninsula)

6 points + Second semester + Gippsland & Peninsula (on campus) + 3 hours per week (1 Lecture, 2 Tutorial) + 9 hours per week study time + Prerequisite EDF1203

Synopsis: This unit will focus on the teacher's roles in developing language learners and in understanding the English curriculum as a Key Learning Area with a particular emphasis on years 3-6 to follow on from the early years focus of Primary English 1. Aspects of planning, teaching and evaluation and assessment in the English curriculum will be integrated in this unit. It will also highlight approaches to reading and writing development and teaching techniques for effective development in Primary aged children. The unit will also feature appropriate Learning Technologies and involve students in the examination of a range of current Literacy approaches implemented in school settings

Assessment: Assignment 1: Planning and implementation of a set of 3 lessons around a theme or Children's Literature text. 2,000 words equivalent: 50% + Assignment 2: An essay. 2000 words: 50%.