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EDST100 Introduction to Information Technology                                                                                10 cp

 

This unit aims to introduce students to a number of applications of computers in their personal lives and in educational environments. It is anticipated, though not essential, that students entering this unit will have some understanding of the computer as a personal productivity tool. Students will be encouraged to apply the knowledge and skills they gain in ways which have both personal and curriculum relevance.

It is hoped that students will become comfortable and confident in their knowledge and use of computers in schools and in their personal lives. Thus, students will be able to apply their knowledge and skills in a school and/or workplace situation as well as in their own homes.

 

EDST101 Environmental Studies                                                                                                          10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop the students’ knowledge and understanding of the environment and of the various processes which operate within it. This awareness should help the student to realise that every living thing depends on the environment and on its relationships with other living things. Students should develop a sense of personal responsibility to care for the environment.

 

EDST102 Computers in Education                                                                                                        10 cp

 

This unit aims to provide an opportunity for students to develop their familiarity with the impact of computers and learning technologies on education, especially in the provision of new learning environments. An examination will be made of computers and software commonly used in schools. Current educational practices, concepts and ideas concerning the use of computers will also be explored.

 

EDST103 Science and Technology                                                                                                      10 cp

 

This is one of a series of units in which science and technology are viewed in social and historical contexts. The aim of this unit is to strengthen the science and technology background of students through the study of science and technology subject matter and the development of skills and attitudes relevant to the primary curriculum.

 

EDST105 Creating and Evaluating Educational Resources for the Internet                                          10 cp

 

This is a practical, skills-based unit. It focuses on the form and function of the internet as a learning tool for exploring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues. Students will develop their skills to explore and extend the use of the World Wide Web for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

 

EDST107 Science and Technology for Primary Teachers 1                                                                 10 cp

 

Science education is a strategic priority in Australian school; therefore, primary teachers need an understanding of science and its importance in society today. This and the next unit in the sequence have been designed to lay a foundation that enables students to develop a deeper understanding of the historical, social nature and future of science and technology and their role in the critical transformation to a sustainable society. In this unit, science and technology are portrayed as particular ways of knowing, engaging with and shaping the world. Within science, these ways of knowing are exemplified by the role of evidence and scientific method through exploration of some of the ‘big stories’ that have shaped human culture, such as cosmology, astronomy, evolution, germ theory, plate tectonics. In technology, the processes of design, construction and evaluation are examined. A framework provided by the broad themes of matter and energy that characterise western science enables a range of concepts to be explored. These contribute to students’ conceptual understanding of their place in western science and prepare the groundwork to examine relevant content contained within the various school curricula in the next unit. Throughout these units the critical issues of sustainability are addressed through selected content that allows students to engage with science and technology though a range of environmental issues within an authentic local project focus.

 

EDST200 Integrating Technology and Science                                                                                    10 cp

 

This unit focuses on integrating design technology with science, as part of the primary curriculum. Emphasis is given to the development of design, construction and technology skills, using a variety of materials. Issues in teaching technology linked with science are explored.

 

EDST201/512 Science and Technology Education                                                                               10 cp

 

This unit aims to develop students’ understanding of teaching science and technology in the primary school. This will include further development of the students’ own knowledge and skills in science and technology in the primary curriculum, as well as the skills needed to plan learning experiences for children. Constructivism as a theory of learning is central to this unit. The unit examines and models a range of teaching strategies that underpin current best practice in science and technology in the primary school as well as considering issues that impact on student learning in science and technology such as gender and diversity. Students will examine a number of Australian and other curriculum documents and be given opportunities to plan science and technology experiences.

 

EDST203 ICT Systems: An Introduction                                                                                                10 cp

 

This unit aims to build an introductory understanding of contemporary information systems. Students develop a generic understanding of the applications of computers by examining the history of computers, how to buy a computer, computer peripherals, computers in the workplace, computer networks, computerised tasks in the workplace, software solutions, the origin of the internet, Y2K issues and computer viruses. This course is also designed to develop foundation skills in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets and desktop publishing. It is expected that students undertaking this course will recognise computers as the tool of the information age and be able to explain basic concepts in IT.

 

EDST204 Science and Technology for Primary Teachers 2                                                                 10 cp

 

The second unit builds upon the first by further broadening students’ understanding of a range of science and technological concepts within the framework of matter and energy introduced in the first unit. This unit again engages students with the broad themes of matter and energy within a sustainability framework, but with a particular focus on a range of concepts that are relevant to various primary school curricula such as earth and space, life and living, ecosystems and biodiversity, matter and materials and energy and change. Technology is emphasised through students’ design and construction task relevant to the content.

 

EDST300/455 Biology Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                               10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students' understanding of the philosophy, values and ethics which underpin the teaching of biology. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ confidence in using the syllabus and associated policy statements, planning lessons, incorporating varied teaching and learning styles including technology, and recognising the importance of safety and requirements of the law. The contribution of biology to our culture is studied, together with the application of biology to social and technological problems.

 

EDST301 Biology Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                                      10 cp

 

This unit is designed to further develop the students' understanding of the philosophy and content of Biology. The major focus is teaching, assessing and reporting within the framework of an outcomes and/or objective based syllabus. Use of technology, different modes of assessing and the place of innovative approaches to teaching Biology is promoted. Ethical and moral values associated with teaching Biology are also addressed.

 

EDST302/456 Chemistry curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                            10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students’ understanding of the philosophy, values and ethics which underpin the teaching of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on developing student confidence in using the syllabus and associated policy statements; planning lessons incorporating varied teaching and learning styles, including technology; and recognising the importance of safety and the requirements of the law. The contribution of chemistry to our culture is studied, together with the application of chemistry to social and technological problems.

 

EDST303 Chemistry Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                                  10 cp

 

This unit is designed to further develop the students' understanding of the philosophy and content of Chemistry. The major focus is teaching, assessing and reporting within the framework of an outcomes and/or objective based syllabus. Use of technology, different modes of assessing and the place of innovative approaches to teaching Chemistry is promoted. Ethical and moral values associated with teaching Chemistry are also addressed.

 

EDST305 Environmental Studies Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                              10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students’ understanding of policies related to, and content of, relevant Environmental Studies curricula, as well as methods of planning, assessing and evaluating science units to meet the needs of a range of learners.

 

EDST306 Information Technology Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                            10 cp

 

This unit will help graduates to develop the necessary skills to specialise in teaching with and about computing technology in the Junior High School. More specifically, it will provide a context for such teaching by examining relevant national and state policy as well as syllabus documents which relate to Technology Education.

 

EDST307 Information Technology Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                            10 cp

 

This unit will help graduates to develop further skills to specialise in teaching with and about computing technology in the Senior High School. More specifically, it will provide a context for such teaching by examining relevant national and state policy as well as syllabus documents which relate to Technology Education.

 

EDST308/457 Physics Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                                10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students’ understanding of the philosophy, values and ethics which underpin the teaching of physics. Emphasis is placed on developing student confidence in using the syllabus and associated policy statements; planning lessons incorporating varied teaching and learning styles, including technology; and recognising the importance of safety and the requirements of the law. The contribution of physics to our culture is studied, together with the application of physics to social and technological problems.

 

EDST309 Physics Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                                      10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students’ understanding of policies related to, and content of, relevant Physics curricula as well as methods of planning, assessing and evaluating Science units to meet needs of a range of learners.

 

EDST312/443 Science Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                               10 cp

 

This unit is designed to develop students’ understanding of the philosophy, values and ethics which underpin the teaching of science. Emphasis is placed on developing student confidence in using the syllabus and associated policy statements; planning lessons incorporating varied teaching and learning styles, including technology; and recognising the importance of safety and the requirements of the law. The contribution of science to our culture is studied, together with the application of science methods to social and technological problems. The curriculum emphasis of the appropriate state curriculum documents will be explored.

 

EDST313/444 Science Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                               10 cp

 

This unit aims to develop students’ understanding of how the content of relevant senior science syllabuses are developed in terms of mandatory policies. The major focus is on planning, student assessment and evaluating science units to meet the needs of a range of learners. Use of technology, different modes of assessment, and the place of innovative approaches to teaching science is promoted. Methods by which science can incorporate various curriculum perspectives such as gender, multiculturalism and the environment are considered.

 

EDST316 Technology and Applied Science Curriculum and Teaching 2                                             10 cp

 

This unit examines the general skills and responsibilities associated with the teaching of technology in the secondary school curriculum. Content includes an introduction to current curriculum initiatives at both the state and national levels on a theoretical basis; an overview of the technological and applied studies key learning area with particular reference to Years 7-10; and a study of appropriate classroom strategies, together with the development of appropriate lesson plans and student assessment profiles.

 

EDST322/441 ICT Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                                      10 cp

 

This unit will assist students to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become competent and enthusiastic teachers of core information technology subjects in junior secondary classes. More specifically, it will familiarise students with policy documents, syllabus requirements, approaches to lesson planning and delivery, the use of information and communications technology for resource development, and effective resource and safety management. Students will develop short lesson sequences, simple assessment activities and learning resources to achieve the syllabus outcomes.

 

EDST323/442 ICT Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                                      10 cp

 

This unit will assist students to develop further knowledge and skills to become competent and enthusiastic teachers of secondary ICT subjects in senior secondary classes. More specifically it will familiarise students with relevant policy documents, specific syllabus requirements, approaches to lesson sequencing and program development, statutory requirements for student assessment and reporting, the design of suitable assessment tasks, and unit evaluation, as well as the optimum use of facilities and resource management. Students will develop units of work, assessment tasks and learning resources to achieve selected syllabus outcomes.

 

EDST324/447 Technology Curriculum and Teaching 1                                                                         10 cp

 

This unit will assist students to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become competent and enthusiastic teachers of technology syllabuses in junior secondary classes. More specifically, it will familiarise them with relevant policy documents, specific syllabus requirements, approaches to lesson planning and delivery, the use of information and communications technology for resource development, and effective resource and safety management. In the first instance, the specific junior secondary syllabuses may include Textiles and Design, Food Technology, Electronics, Technical Drawing and Technics.

 

EDST325/448 Technology Curriculum and Teaching 2                                                                         10 cp

 

This unit will assist students to develop further knowledge and skills to become more competent and enthusiastic teaches of senior technology subjects. More specifically, it will familiarise students with relevant policy documents, specific syllabus requirements, approaches to lesson sequencing and program development, statutory requirements for student assessment and reporting, the design of suitable assessment tasks, unit evaluation as well as the optimum use of facilities and resource management. Students will develop short lesson sequences, assessment tasks and learning resources to achieve the syllabus outcomes. In the first instance, the specific senior secondary technology syllabuses may include Design and Technology, Engineering Studies, Industrial Technology, Electronics, Food Technology and Textiles and Design.

 

EDST330 Networking for Schools                                                                                                         10 cp

 

This unit comprehensively investigates why the computer is the tool of the information age. Students will identify interacting elements of a computer system and how the system functions; contemporary operating systems and the various applications for which each is used; explore local and wide-area networks, including various topologies; determine network design criteria; define different types of computers accurately and the purpose of each; and define and examine software licensing and piracy. This unit is structured so that students are supported in their learning by a variety of hard (paper) and electronic information which encourages cooperative self-paced learning.

 

EDST331 Information Technology: Education and Ethics                                                                     10 cp

 

This course aims to give students an awareness and understanding of what it is to be an ethical professional working within an information technology (IT) context. On completion of this course, students should understand the professional responsibilities of an information systems practitioner, be aware of the wider implications of information technology to society at large, and be competent to make sound ethical decisions regarding the implementation and use of information systems. The internet is used as the primary source for exploring fundamental issues related to the ethical use of information technology as it provides a variety of perspectives. Issues examined in this unit are related to the students’ individual educational work context.