EDF4240

Teaching language and literacy: Curriculum and pedagogy (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Lecturer in Charge: TBA

Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Gippsland First semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: Curriculum and pedagogies of literacy in primary and secondary schools. The unit focuses on whole language pedagogy using it as a case study for discussion of curriculum and pedagogical issues, and to examine the theoretical underpinnings of a range of literacy pedagogies. Factors which impede access to literacy education in schools will also be of interest.

Assessment: Essay 1 (2000 words): 50% + Essay 2 (2000 words): 50%