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Listening and the Learning Environment (EDUC90505)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online and On Campus (Parkville)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
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Semester 2
Semester 2
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - Online Semester 2 - On Campus |
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This subject introduces the topic of brain function, the way language is processed in the brain, and the impact of sensory and/or language impairment on development. It will consider models of information processing and speech perception and the impact of deafness on how we hear and process sound. The impact of otitis media and auditory processing disorders on language development, learning and implications for classroom management will be explored. Indigenous ear health and hearing loss will also be considered. Students will learn to interpret audiological test results and understand the fitting and use of sensory aids and other assistive listening devices. Students will learn about auditory development and how to develop children’s listening skills. Students will learn to evaluate the listening environment.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Exhibit an understanding of information processing theory, models of speech perception and their relationship to language development.
- Interpret research in auditory plasticity, the developmental sequence of audition and impacts due to deafness.
- Evaluate the impact of causes of deafness including otitis media on language development, and implications for the Australian Indigenous population.
- Interpret audiological data and apply knowledge in the use and evaluation of assistive listening devices.
- Interpret the acoustical properties and visual representations of speech and explain findings to others.
- Evaluate room acoustics and implement strategies to optimise access to the learning environment.
Generic skills
This subject will develop the following set of key transferable skills:
- Critical reasoning and thinking
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Evidence based decision making
- Creativity and innovation
- Teamwork and professional collaboration
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
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
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A written take home exam that will incorporate interpretation of information, student and audiological data
| Mid semester | 50% |
Literature review and professional learning package on a cause of deafness for mainstream teachers
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% attendance at, or engagement with, all sessions identified as contact hours (may include lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops, both synchronous and asynchronous) | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2 - Online
Coordinator Sharon Klieve Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 24 hours (18 hours of synchronous classes, and 6 hours of asynchronous activities) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
- Semester 2 - On Campus
Coordinator Sharon Klieve Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours (18 hours of synchronous classes, and 6 hours of asynchronous activities) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
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Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Learning Intervention Course Graduate Certificate in Learning Intervention Specialisation (formal) Deaf Education
Last updated: 10 February 2024