EDF6308

School Literacy Practices: P-12

(EDU)

Proposed to be offered next in 2002

Dr B Doecke

12 points + 3 hours per week + Clayton (off-campus mode)

Synopsis: Students may focus on the transition years (years 5-8) or other stages in the development of pupils' language and learning (P-12). National and State language and literacy curricula documents are used to help primary and secondary teachers develop coherent curriculum programs across years 5 to 8, based on a shared understanding of the nature of language and learning. Historical and institutional factors which need to be taken into account when implementing curriculum and policy change in schools.

Assessment: Two assignments (1500 words each): 25% each + One major assignment (3000 words): 50%