ED4190 - Teaching for Learning 3 (Primary)

Not available in 2023

Mixed attendance mode offering available only to RATEP students.

This subject prepares preservice teachers for a range of professional roles within the classroom, school, with parent/caregivers and the wider community. Preservice teachers will investigate a range of teaching and learning theories and apply them to critically reflect on their school-based experiences. The subject will draw extensively upon school-based activities to explore the relationship between theory, policy and practice. Specifically for primary preservice teachers, this subject will critically examine primary school curriculum, assessment, pedagogy and reporting practices and relate these to the broader role of schools in communities.

Learning Outcomes

• utilise a range of evidence based teaching strategies to support student engagement and learning;
• develop and critique models of curriculum to meet identified learning goals; and develop and critique a range of ways of assessing, interpreting and reporting on student learning;
• demonstrate Australian Professional Standards for Teachers at an assured level;
• critically analyse the role of the teacher and develop strategies for enhancing student learning;
• analyse research, policies and school practices related to the provision of supportive learning environments and student well-being, as well as parent/carer engagement.

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Group
• Graduate teacher performance assessment (GTPA) - (70%) - Individual
• Written > Action plan - (10%) - Individual.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.