Curriculum Pedagogy and Assessment EC 2 (EDUC90704)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Building on the work done in Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment 1, this subject develops further the investigation into intentional teaching for learning, focusing on implementing curricula for young children (0-8) using appropriate pedagogies and modes of assessment. Topics will include: a detailed analysis of the practice principles from VEYLDF; the CLASS domains; VELS and the National Curriculum; intentional teaching; catering for diversity; developing and implementing programs in 0-3 settings in line with National Quality Frameworks and Standards including national and state curriculum requirements; aligning practices with national quality standards; cultural competence and the implementation of programs in Indigenous communities; pedagogical leadership; education for sustainability and different models of early childhood teaching practice (e.g. Montessori, Steiner).

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, teacher candidates will have the knowledge, skills and understanding to enable them to:


  • Plan appropriate learning programs across the 0-8 range;
  • Utilise a broad range of strategies to enable children’s learning;
  • Intervene with individual children to promote their learning;
  • Work productively within mandated curriculum and policy frameworks;
  • Assess accurately children’s learning and respond to specific learning interests and needs;
  • Develop curricula that supports Indigenous perspectives;

  • To purposefully plan for equitable outcomes for children across diverse early childhood settings;
  • Demonstrate effective pedagogical leadership.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

  • Interact respectfully and ethically with a diverse range of people.
  • Recognise the importance of theory to informed practice;
  • Understand the multi-dimensionality of learning;
  • Implement curriculum and policy frameworks meaningfully.

Last updated: 10 February 2024