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The unit uses a problem-solving approach, set in a local context, as the framework for investigating patterns of distribution and abundance of organisms and the relationship to their biotic and abiotic surroundings. The field application of these concepts and techniques to Australian ecosystems is a particular focus. The aforementioned ecological aspects will provide deep subject content knowledge and together with the delivery of subject specific pedagogical knowledge of ecology in a high school setting will be the focus for secondary science pre-service teachers.
Students must be enrolled in Y68
Must have passed SCI1187 Form and Function in Biology and SCI1183 Origins and Evolution of Life
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU's LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will undertake, and be assessed on, authentic activities through engagement with industry and community partners.
Students experience an environment where they observe and/or participate in the application of theoretical knowledge and skills in a professional setting, under the supervision of an expert or professional in the field. Examples include study tours, observation, shadowing, fieldwork, industry tours.
This unit that uses technology enhanced learning with a mix of lectures, laboratory sessions, and fieldwork. The lecture slots include workshops, case studies, lectures, student presentations, class discussions, guest speakers and other relevant activities. The laboratory sessions and field trips involve data collection and analysis, the use of statistical software packages, self-directed readings and critical analysis. The unit is designed to provide secondary pre-service teaching students with the tools to understand and develop their ecology knowledge, pedagogical approaches and development of scientific communication skills. Students will develop a field based ecological study appropriate for a high school class, collect and analyse field data, and communicate this study in an innovative manner. Students are expected to come to class prepared by completing reading and weekly activities so as to contribute to class interaction. Resources for this unit are available via Canvas. The lecturer's role in this unit is primarily to guide and facilitate learning.
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 School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Practice | Ongoing reflection | 15% |
| Assignment | Data collection, data entry and analysis and presentation of ecological data | 25% |
| Presentation | Design and present a field-based excursion | 30% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. Informal vivas may be conducted as part of an assessment task, where staff require further information to confirm the learning outcomes have been met. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Integrity is a core value at Edith Cowan University, and it is expected that ECU students complete their assessment tasks honestly and with acknowledgement of other people's work as well as any generative artificial intelligence tools that may have been used. This means that assessment tasks must be completed individually (unless it is an authorised group assessment task) and any sources used must be referenced.
Breaches of academic integrity can include:
Copying the words, ideas or creative works of other people or generative artificial intelligence tools, without referencing in accordance with stated University requirements. Students need to seek approval from the Unit Coordinator within the first week of study if they intend to use some of their previous work in an assessment task (self-plagiarism).
Working with other students and submitting the same or substantially similar work or portions of work when an individual submission was required. This includes students knowingly providing others with copies of their own work to use in the same or similar assessment task(s).
Organising a friend, a family member, another student or an external person or organisation (e.g. through an online website) to complete or substantially edit or refine part or all of an assessment task(s) on their behalf.
Using or having access to unauthorised materials in an exam or test.
Serious outcomes may be imposed if a student is found to have committed one of these breaches, up to and including expulsion from the University for repeated or serious acts.
ECU's policies and more information about academic integrity can be found on the student academic integrity website.
All commencing ECU students are required to complete the Academic Integrity Module.
In some circumstances, Students may apply to their Unit Coordinator to extend the due date of their Assessment Task(s) in accordance with ECU's Assessment, Examination and Moderation Procedures - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000001386.
Students may apply for Special Consideration in respect of a final unit grade, where their achievement was affected by Exceptional Circumstances as set out in the Assessment, Examination and Moderation Procedures - for more information visit https://askus2.ecu.edu.au/s/article/000003318.
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