Curriculum Pedagogy and Assessment EC 1 (EDUC90702)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
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This subject introduces teacher candidates to major perspectives on curriculum, pedagogy and assessment that underpin learning and teaching in the early childhood years.
Topics include: principles, practices and learning outcomes underpinning learning in the Early Childhood years, as articulated in the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF),and the Victorian Early Years learning and Development framework (VEYLDF); the CLASS dimensions; the cycle of observation/assessment, planning for learning, programming, implementation, observation/assessment; and reflection/evaluation; theories of learning; play-based learning; interventionist teaching; setting up a productive learning environment; developing resources for learning; Indigenous education.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students will have the knowledge, skills and ability to:
- Plan for learning based on their observation and assessment of the children’s current understanding and needs;
- Understand the relationship between curriculum, pedagogy and assessment;
- Ensure a coherent implementation of the curricula operating across a range of learning environments;
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Work productively within mandated frameworks.
- Recognise the importance of theory to informed practice;
- Understand the multi-dimensionality of learning;
- Be skilled communicators who articulate effectively their professional standpoint.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) or Master of Teaching (Early Years)
Corequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC90703 | Professional Practice and Seminar (EC) 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Additional details
There are two assessment tasks:
- Assignment 1, Essay; 2000 words (or equivalent) due mid-semester (50%)
- Assignment 2, Essay: 2000 words (or equivalent) the examination period (50%)
This subject has a minimum hurdle requirement of 80% attendance at all tutorials, seminars and workshops.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- February
Principal coordinator Sarah Young Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 Hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 20 February 2017 to 19 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 9 March 2017 Census date 17 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 12 May 2017 Assessment period ends 25 June 2017 February contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
Last updated: 10 February 2024