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Professional Contexts (Early Years) (EDUC90403)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Not available in 2017
Overview
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This subject investigates socio-political contexts of schooling and the changing roles and responsibilities of teachers in complex and diverse school communities. The professional identity of teachers will be explored in relation to professional standards, legal and ethical responsibilities, organisational structures and processes, curriculum frameworks, collaborative practices, and professional growth. Issues around social justice, equity and global citizenship will be investigated. There is strong emphasis on professional dialogue with peers and critical reflection for personal self evaluation and identifying one's professional learning needs.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject teacher candidates will be a able to:
- Articulate and explain the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities of teachers;
- Understand socio-political factors impacting education communities and the implications for organisational structures and processes, and curriculum;
- Critically reflect on their own beliefs, practices and professionalism.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject teacher candidates will have the knowledge, skills and understanding to enable them to :
- Discuss the intellectual, social, cultural and psychological aspects of their work as teachers and synthesise theory and practice;
- Understand and enact their legal responsibilities and contribute responsibly to the integrity of their profession;
- Work effectively with other professionals, parents and members of the broader community;
- Evaluate and use constructive criticism of their own values and practices in relation to their professional learning needs;
- Promote the profession of teaching in the wider community.
Last updated: 10 February 2024