Unit Set Information

Leading Education Specialisation

Effective from 01-JAN-2023 : Code SPAASG

This specialisation provides an opportunity for motivated professionals concerned with educational practice to undertake advanced coursework in areas of study that enable them to perform to a high standard in their chosen leadership role or context.

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This Specialisation can be studied in the following courses:

Special Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have 2 years experience in educational setting or organisation, with equivalents considered.

Mode of Delivery

Online

Unit Set Coordinator

Dr Michelle Lorraine STRIEPE

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Students undertake one unit at a time in the fully online, accelerated delivery mode (7 weeks).

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate specialised knowledge in the theories, pedagogical practices and strategies for educational leadership.
  2. Demonstrate specialised knowledge in the policies principles, ethics and legislative requirements for educational leadership. (1)
  3. Demonstrate specialised knowledge of the impact of culture, cultural identity and linguistic background of students from varying Indigenous and cultural backgrounds. (1,15)
  4. Review, analyse and synthesise knowledge of the pedagogical practices for educational leadership to create a philosophy that underpins effective teaching and learning. (2,3)
  5. Exercise critical thinking and judgment to identify complex issues within the teaching and learning cycle through which current practices are examined, outcomes reviewed and new ideas generated. (4,14)
  6. Demonstrate specialised technical, trans literacy and creative skills to develop learning strategies for students with varied learning abilities. (5,11,14)
  7. Research, analyse, evaluate and communicate the theoretical concepts and methods used for effective learning and teaching and educational leadership.(6)
  8. Embed sustainable practices and highlight responsibilities for a sustainable future and our shared connections as global citizens. (13,16)
  9. Adapt specialised knowledge and skills making independent judgments to design, implement and evaluate innovative curriculum to suit the learning and teaching context and optimize inclusivity for students.(8,9,14)
  10. Demonstrate creativity and personal autonomy adapting assessment and reporting processes, then critically reflect on personal practice using accreditation standards to enhance professional practice. (9,10,14)
  11. Work collaboratively with colleagues to evaluate and improve teaching approaches as part of ongoing professional development. (12)

Specialisation Structure

Students to complete four units:

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
EPA6355 ^Leading Under Challenging Circumstances15
EPA6320 ^Leading for Improvement15
EPA6330 ^Leading Staff15
EPA6340 ^Leading Community Engagement15

^ Core Option


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

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.

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