EDF6602

Special Education Practice 1 ( 12 points, SCA Band 0, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr J M Deppeler

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Evening)

Synopsis: A practicum involving a minimum of fifteen days practical experiences. Topics include principles and policies of inclusion, collaborative consultation, professionals as change agents, data collection and observation, goal setting, instructional strategies, adaptation of curriculum, and evaluation.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit participants should have an understanding of the principles which influence current approaches for students with special needs; and will have developed knowledge and skills appropriate to professional practice in collaboration with schools and community practitioners and incorporating policy on inclusive curriculum.

Assessment: The formal assessment for this task includes written and practical assignments (4000 words) 80% + Diary and evaluations (2000 words) 20%. Hurdle tasks will include reading tasks, active participation in tutorials and online discussions (equivalent to 2000 words).

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF6601 or EDF6611 Except by permission of Lecturer in charge