Language and literacy in primary contexts (6 points)
(EDU)
Leader: Ms L Surman
Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On completion of this unit students should: i. be able to critically examine personal assumptions about language and literacy learning; ii. be able to provide a rationale for the inclusion of literacy in the primary school curriculum; iii. have a deepened appreciation of the similarities and differences between home and educational settings on children's learning; iv. be able to take a more informed position on the various roles others play in children's language and literacy development and learning; v. become more familiar with the different views on and theories about, children's language and literacy development and learning. vi. be able to use a range of learning and teaching strategies to develop children's literacy understandings. vii. be familiar with the use of pedagogical documentation as a tool for learning and teaching
Assessment: Literacy Folio (2000 words) (50%) + Reflective Essay (2000 words) (50%)
Contact Hours: 3hrs per week
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