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EDCEL3145 - Curriculum Studies B: Applied Learning
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<p>In this unit, students will explore Applied Learning programs and analyse current programs paying particular attention to structures of applied learning, related teaching strategies and authentic assessment in curriculum documents. Application of literacy, numeracy, personal development skills and work-related skills will be considered within the confines of Applied learning curriculum design and delivery. Historic and current development in applied learning, including the relevance of the Firth Review, and the implementation of applied learning in secondary schools and vocation education. This unit is part of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (Applied Teaching) course.</p>
<p>A 15 day professional experience is attached to this unit. During the placement, students will continue to develop skills and knowledge aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) through authentic, practical experiences under the guidance of qualified mentors. This placement will be completed in an education setting relevant to the specific student’s course of study.</p>
<p>Throughout the placement, PSTs are required to complete designated professional learning activities in collaboration with their assigned mentors.</p>
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<p>This unit builds on students’ understanding and application of applied learning with a specific focus on integrating curriculum in student-centred learning, teaching, and assessment. Students will explore existing approaches and programs implementing applied learning curriculum, critically analysing them before developing their own strategies for the design, implementation, and reflection in applied learning teaching.</p>
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Unit description
<p>In this unit, students will explore Applied Learning programs and analyse current programs paying particular attention to structures of applied learning, related teaching strategies and authentic assessment in curriculum documents. Application of literacy, numeracy, personal development skills and work-related skills will be considered within the confines of Applied learning curriculum design and delivery. Historic and current development in applied learning, including the relevance of the Firth Review, and the implementation of applied learning in secondary schools and vocation education. This unit is part of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (Applied Teaching) course.</p> <p>A 15 day professional experience is attached to this unit. During the placement, students will continue to develop skills and knowledge aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) through authentic, practical experiences under the guidance of qualified mentors. This placement will be completed in an education setting relevant to the specific student’s course of study.</p> <p>Throughout the placement, PSTs are required to complete designated professional learning activities in collaboration with their assigned mentors.</p>
Unit content
<p>This unit builds on students’ understanding and application of applied learning with a specific focus on integrating curriculum in student-centred learning, teaching, and assessment. Students will explore existing approaches and programs implementing applied learning curriculum, critically analysing them before developing their own strategies for the design, implementation, and reflection in applied learning teaching.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Education
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
070199 - Teacher Education, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>On-line Learning</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
120
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/edcel3145">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Evaluate a range of teaching resources that support the teaching of applied learning.</p>
K2
<p>Apply literacy and numeracy strategies in the applied learning curriculum.</p>
K3
<p>Explore various applied learning programs offered by selected educational providers.</p>
S1
<p>Develop applied learning curriculum.</p>
S2
<p>Identify and critique applied learning strategies in existing applied learning programs.</p>
S3
<p>Embed strategies that support students’ wellbeing and safety.</p>
S4
<p>Further develop teaching and assessment practices reflective of student need.</p>
A1
<p>Connect teaching and learning theory with applied learning pedagogy.</p>
A2
<p>Design a curriculum unit using discipline-based, interdisciplinary thinking and integrated approaches supported by evidence-based pedagogical principles.</p>
A3
<p>Plan for and reflect upon appropriate events, sequences and assessment strategies that are active, participatory, and reflective, as well as experiential and evidence-based.</p>
A4
<p>Successfully participate in 15 days practicum.</p>
A5
<p>Engage in planning, teaching, assessing, reflecting and appraising.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Design an informed learning sequence for an integrated unit using applied learning strategies and principles.</p>
<p>Learning sequence</p>
<p>50% - 70%</p>
K2, S1, S3, A1, A3
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<p>Critically reflect on applied learning programs and learning used in schools and discuss how applied learning strategies are used in literacy, numeracy, work-related and personal skills education.</p>
<p>Written Task</p>
<p>30%-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S2, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Demonstrate achievement of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers through the completion and submission of required online assessment forms by PST and school mentor/supervising teacher.</p>
<p>Hurdle</p>
<p>S/U</p>
S4, A4, A5
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<p>Successful completion of 15 days placement.</p>
<p>Hurdle</p>
<p>S/U</p>
S4, A4, A5
Supplementary assessment available:
No
FedTASK
FedTASK
Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Education
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
070199 - Teacher Education, n.e.c.
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>On-line Learning</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
120
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/edcel3145">View unit fees</a>
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