Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Education

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• Unit Title

  Materials Design and Technology

• Unit Code

  DTM4260

• Year

  2016

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  Online

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Description

This unit provides an introduction to the Technology and Enterprise Learning Area. It develops the students confidence and competence in the use of a range of resources to resolve issues in an enterprising manner. The philosophical basis and values of the learning area are explored through rich tasks. Students understanding of pedagogical approaches for the classroom is developed through an examination of current research. The content and methodology are examined in relation to learning and development to meet the needs of a diverse range of children.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded TEE2110, TEE3100

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Design integrated rich task technology and enterprise learning experiences suitable for use in a rangeof classroom settings.
2. Develop and maintain an electronic portfolio as a reflective medium.
3. Identify the purpose and value of the technology process in early childhood and primary settings.
4. Investigate assessment strategies for the technology and enterprise learning area.
5. Manipulate a range of common materials and computer programs, using the technology process, tocollaboratively negotiate rich tasks.

Unit Content

1. Alternative approaches to assessment.
2. Compliant and resilient materials. Appropriate usage, storage and resourcing of Technology and Enterprise materials.
3. Computer literacy skills for engaging with technology problems and forms of representation forshowing what has been learned.
4. Opportunities for Technology and Enterprise to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in other learning areas.
5. Strategies to enhance critical thinking.
6. The nature of the Technology and Enterprise learning area and the adoption of flexible, open-ended approaches to solving technology problems.
7. The purpose, value, philosophy and history of technology and enterprise education in Australia.
8. Use of contemporary curriculum documents in Technology and Enterprise.

Additional Learning Experience Information

The unit will be covered through the combination of lectures, collaborative problem solving workshops, discussion of and reflection on relevant readings and exploration of teaching practice videos.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• ^ Fleer, M., & Jane, B. (2011). Technology for children: Research-based approaches. (3rd ed.). Melbourne: Prentice Hall.
• Curriculum Council of Western Australia. (1998). Curriculum framework for kindergarten to year 12 education in Western Australian. Perth, WA: Curriculum Council.
• Department of Education. (2001). Student achievement in technology & enterprise in Western Australian government schools. East Perth, WA: Department of Education.
• DECS. (1997). Technology education for early learners. South Australia: Department of Education and Children?s Services.
• MacNaughton, G., & Williams, G. (2009). Techniques for teaching young children: Choices for theory and practice. (3rd ed.). Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education Australia.
• Jakab, C., & Keystone, D. (2000). Illustrated science & technology dictionary. Melbourne, Australia: Longman.
• Norton, P., & Wiburg, K. (2003). Teaching with technology: Designing opportunities to learn. (2nd ed.). Melbourne: Prentice Hall.
• Thorsen, C. (2006). Tech tactics: Technology for teachers. (2nd ed.). Sydney: Pearson Education.
• Egbert, J. (2009). Supporting learning with technology: Essentials of classroom practice. New Jersey: Pearson Education.
• Armstrong, T. (2000). Multiple intelligences in the classroom. (2nd ed.). Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
• Howe, A., & Davies, D. (2003). Teaching science, design and technology in the early years. London: David Fulton.

^ Mandatory reference

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