Curriculum Studies: Primary English 2 (6 points)
(EDU)
Leader: Assoc Prof L Cairns (Gippsland) + Ms L Surman (Peninsula)
Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (Day)
Peninsula Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit the student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of recent theory and practice in teaching English in the Primary School with particular focus on years 3-6; plan and deliver sequences of English teaching episodes in appropriate settings; demonstrate an understanding of a range of assessment approaches and techniques in Primary English teaching and learning; describe current theories about literacy learning and teaching; apply Learning Technologies to primary English teaching and learning demonstrating an awareness of their potential as learning tools; demonstrate skills in sensitive classroom observation of English learners; demonstrate an awareness of the range of the English Curriculum Outcomes and their relationship to the planning, teaching and evaluation cycle; articulate a personal philosophy of language and literacy teaching as a professional in the primary school.
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%.
Contact Hours: 3 hrs per week
Prerequisites: EDF1203
|
