EDF5423

Educational Contexts (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr J Southcott

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Evening)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Evening)
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit is designed to introduce students to the educational contexts in which teaching and learning occur. Students will consider the social and cultural contexts that influence education at the local, national and international level. Students will use a range of sociological frameworks to interrogate educational contexts. This will include a consideration of a range of educational policies in various settings. It is intended that students will acquire a broad-based understanding of the diverse nature and practice of teachers' work.

Assessment: Essay: 45%, Web-based policy report: 25%, Journal: 30%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week