EDF5434

Method and Practice of Teaching Economics A ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Ms A Forsyth

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit is an introduction to the relationships between learning and teaching Economics at the post-compulsory levels as well as Economics and Business related units at the 7-10 levels. Teaching strategies and contexts for use in Economics and Business related classes in Years 7 to 12 will be explored. Methods for assessing and monitoring students will be introduced. The relationship between Economics, technology and society will be a focus.

Objectives: The objectives of this unit are to understand the role and importance of Economics education in the secondary school context; to explore innovative teaching and learning approaches including the use of information and communications technologies for use in the Economics classroom; to develop engage lesson plans for the Economics classroom; to select and evaluate appropriate teaching and learning resources for use in the Economics classroom.

Assessment: Assignments: 50%, Resources file: 30%, Class activities: 20% + on-campus - student participation in the unit is vital and an 80% attendance requirement is required so students can fully participate in the workshops.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: A minor sequence (two years of study) in Economics from a recognised institution