EDF4303

The teacher as researcher (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr I Mitchell (Clay) + Ms J Robbins (Peninsula, Singapore)

Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Singapore Term 4 2004 (OCL)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: The broad aims of this unit are for students to demonstrate evidence of having gained knowledge of the nature of and methods for conducting teacher research; issues associated with undertaking teacher research in a range of educational settings; how research can improve teaching, learning and administrative issues, and how research is a part of teachers' everyday work.

Assessment: Research proposal and assignment (4000 words): 60%; seminar presentation 40% + Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory completion of all tutorial tasks.

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week

Prerequisites: Completion of 3 years of tertiary study