EDF5424

Professional issues 2: a focus on the profession (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr G Hildebrand (Clay), Assoc Prof T Taylor (Gippsland)

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

Synopsis: This unit provides an introduction to the working life of the professional teacher. It is important here to focus on the profession of teaching as this unit will help students to identify what is professional practice particularly in terms of accountability and ethical practices as well as provide them with mechanisms for documenting their professional practice. It is important to prepare new professionals to become active members of their educational community.

Assessment: Portfolio (50%) + Completion of designated activities: (20%) + Assignment: 30% (1200 words)

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Corequisites: For Grad.Dip.Ed (Sec) - EDF5422