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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit examines the rationale and objectives for teaching and learning in the Technology learning area as specified in both the Australian and Western Australian curriculum. It aids preparation for teachers to develop their skills in the areas of curriculum, pedagogy, planning, assessment and reporting in technology subjects for secondary schooling for years 7-10. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the aims, content and organisation of the curricula. They will explore the relationship between the outcomes of the curricula and effective pedagogy while acquiring skills in the planning for teaching in a technology classroom. The unit also provides an introduction to the philosophy of technology education and how this affects classroom practice.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | Research essay on the Philosophy of Technology Education | 40% |
| Project | Project with all the required resources | 60% |
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.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit examines the rationale and objectives for teaching and learning in the Technology learning area as specified in both the Australian and Western Australian curriculum. It aids preparation for teachers to develop their skills in the areas of curriculum, pedagogy, planning, assessment and reporting in technology subjects for secondary schooling for years 7-10. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the aims, content and organisation of the curricula. They will explore the relationship between the outcomes of the curricula and effective pedagogy while acquiring skills in the planning for teaching in a technology classroom. The unit also provides an introduction to the philosophy of technology education and how this affects classroom practice.
Unit was previously coded EDU5222.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | Research essay on the Philosophy of Technology Education | 40% |
| Project | Project with all the required resources | 60% |
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.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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