EDST455 TO EDST612
EDST455 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.
EDST456 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.
EDST457 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.
EDST458 Science Teaching and Learning 1
10 cp
This unit is designed to provide participants with strategies for planning, implementing and monitoring learning experiences for students studying science in schools. The unit will develop participants’ understanding of the philosophy, values and ethics which underpin the teaching of science. There is a focus on primary and junior secondary science with special attention given to understanding in science and the critical role of language in developing this understanding. The contribution of science to culture is studied, together with the application of science methods to social and technological problems. The unit proceeds to develop strategies for assessing learning experiences for students studying sciences. Special attention will be given to catering for individual differences.
EDST459 Science Teaching and Learning 2
10 cp
This unit is designed to provide participants with strategies for planning, implementing and monitoring learning experiences for students studying sciences in the secondary school. Assessment of learning, both formative and summative, and the importance of language use in learning will be underlying themes. The unit will build on documents relating to curricula in each of the sciences. 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.
EDST460 Chemical Sciences in the Middle Years
10 cp
This unit provides appropriate content and pedagogical knowledge to enable teachers to understand the scope of and to teach the chemical sciences within the middle years of schooling (Years 5-9). The unit introduces the field of chemical science drawing on relevant content from chemistry, geology/earth sciences, environmental science, biochemistry and nanotechnology consistent with recent curriculum documents. The unit uses and explores best practice constructivist pedagogies drawn from the Science in Schools Strategy components including inquiry approaches, rich tasks and problem-based learning.
EDST461 Physical Sciences in the Middle Years
10 cp
This unit provides appropriate content and pedagogical knowledge to enable teachers to understand the scope of and to teach the physical sciences within the middle years of schooling (Years 5-9). The unit introduces the field of physical science drawing on relevant content from physics and earth and space sciences consistent with recent curriculum documents. The unit uses and explores best practice constructivist pedagogies drawn from the Science in Schools Strategy components including inquiry approaches, rich tasks and problem-based learning.
EDST503 General Science Curriculum Studies
10 cp
(Karachi)
This unit will prepare students to teach general science in the secondary schools in Pakistan. It will focus on the understanding and development of various scientific concepts and processes prescribed in the secondary science syllabi, namely the four major areas of biology, chemistry, physics and earth science. The concepts taught are designed to enhance the analytical and critical thinking skills of the students. Various teaching strategies and assessment techniques of science are presented.
EDST505 Chemistry Curriculum Studies
10 cp
(Karachi)
Students in this unit will extend their understanding of the nature of chemistry curriculum.
EDST506 Physics Curriculum Studies
10 cp
(Karachi)
Students in this unit will extend their understanding of the nature of physics curriculum.
EDST507 Biology Curriculum Studies
10 cp
(Karachi)
This unit will prepare students to teach biology in secondary schools in Pakistan. It will focus on the understanding and development of various (biological) concepts and processes prescribed in the secondary biology syllabi, namely the two major areas of botany and zoology and its sub-branches (micro biology, physiology, ecology, genetics, bio-technology and so on). The concepts taught are designed to enhance the analytical and critical thinking skills of the students. Various teaching strategies and assessment techniques of biology are presented.
EDST511 Biological Science
10 cp
This unit provides students with an introduction to biological ideas such as the diversity and hierarchy of living things and their relationship with each other and their environment. More specifically, it recognises the cellular basis of life and emphasises that structure and processes, whether at the cellular or systems level, are related to their function in supporting life. This unit develops in students an understanding of the genetic basis of inheritance and evidence for the mechanisms of evolution. The implications of such knowledge on curriculum and teaching will be considered.
EDST512 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.
EDST513 Computer Curriculum Studies
10 cp
(Karachi)
This unit will focus on teaching with and about computers, investigating emerging technologies such as sophisticated interactive and participative multimedia software and how they can be used in the classroom to enhance learning. The new information, communication technologies (ICT) is changing the nature of classrooms and the role of the teacher. The unit is designed to expose students to the philosophies and methods of computers and teaching computing at the elementary and middle elementary school levels. It includes topics related with the syllabi of years 8, 9 and 10 (Matriculation and Cambridge levels). Lectures and tutorials will provide various opportunities for students to apply their learning through in-class and practicum experiences. This unit will investigate and demonstrate the pedagogical skills needed to teach the use and application of computer and information technology (ICT). Practical applications of software and hardware and flowchart explanations of LAN administration will be covered. The modes of teaching and learning will also comprise group discussion and presentations using multimedia and different software. This unit will develop a critical and reflective approach towards the teaching and use of ICT in secondary schools.
EDST601 Education for the 21st Century
10 cp
Schools and other educational organisations are under intense pressure to respond to a rapidly changing world and to prepare students for active participation in the world of the 21st century. This multidisciplinary unit offers educators an opportunity to develop an understanding of the role and practice of education into the next century. The unit draws its framework and content from a range of fields including futures studies, the information technologies and education for ecologically sustainable development in order to assist us to consider how we think about our existence as humans in this increasingly global society. Educators will be able to use the insights gained from this unit to critique and develop curriculum, policy, professional development and proactive leadership.
EDST603 Implementing ICT for Learning
10 cp
This unit focuses on information and communication technologies (ICT) in learning. Participants examine the role of educational leaders in the change process to promote learning with ICT. They will develop a sophisticated understanding of the issues faced in ICT implementation and learning. This unit will have a practical ICT focus. Students will consider the issues of learning theory and pedagogy, change processes, implementation, research and leadership in driving innovation in ICT and learning.
EDST604 Implementing Online Learning Environments
10 cp
Focuses on using networked learning technologies for online project based learning environments. Participants examine the educational criteria for and fundamentals of online project based learning. They assess projects to determine the essential features of this mode of learning. Participants examine the stages in the development cycle of such systems and then plan, implement and evaluate an online project in a large scale learning environment.
EDST605 Information and Communication Technology in Education and Training
10 cp
This unit provides the basis for online study in the program. Participants establish the meaning of, scope and potential role of ICT, particularly in relation to online learning alternatives to traditional instruction. They reflect on the experience of undertaking web-based instruction and develop views on the role of the world-wide-web in teaching and learning situations.
EDST607 Education for a Sustainable Future
10 cp
This unit aims to empower educators with the values, knowledge and skills to realise the principles and practices of ecological sustainable development in their professional and personal lives, in the workplace and in the wider community. A major obstacle to sustainable development is the widespread lack of understanding of key ecological ideas and principles. The role of education is therefore crucial in helping educators and their students focus on the knowledge, values and skills which underpin an understanding of the way the earth’s ecology functions as well as the historical and present role of human development on ecosystems.
EDST608 Online Instructional Systems
10 cp
This unit focuses on the development and use of online learning systems. Participants examine and discuss issues such as, the nature of networked learning environments, using evaluation systems, learning objects and instructional design to develop effective online resources. They evaluate online instructional resources for their usefulness for their own particular needs. Participants plan, design and create an online learning resource incorporating one of more learning objects.
EDST609 Implementing Information and Communication Technologies for Learning
10 cp
This unit focuses on information and communication technologies (ICT) in learning. Participants examine the role of educational leaders in the change process to promote learning with ICT. They will develop a sophisticated understanding of the issues faced in ICT implementation and learning. This unit will have a practical ICT focus. Students will consider the issues of learning theory and pedagogy, change processes, implementation, research and leadership in driving innovation in ICT and learning.
EDST610 Creating a Sustainable World: Developing Ecoliteracy
10 cp
This unit introduces students to an understanding of the way earth’s ecosystems function as a foundation for understanding sustainability, by recognising the interconnection and interdependence of all life forms. The unit examines historical and current human relationships with the natural world as both exploitative and spiritual. Students consider how young children engage with the natural world and develop teaching and learning approaches that foster the development of a deep ecological literacy.
EDST611 Globalisation, Education and Curriculum
10 cp
This unit offers students an overview of globalisation from an historical and current perspective, with particular reference to the shaping of educational curriculum and policy. It considers globalisation as both a homogenising force and a localising fragmenting force - so-called ‘glocalisation’. Central to this is the role played by science and technology, which now co-create each other as a commodity-based ‘techno-science’ as they play a critical role in the unsustainable development of global culture. The impact of techno-science on education in general and science education is examined.
EDST612 Sustainable Science
10 cp
A critical dimension in the transition to sustainability is the re-conceptualisation of science. Drawing on an understanding of techno-science as well as the increasing post-modern prominence of cultural diversity and practices, sustainability science is a response to the call for a broader interpretation of science. Sustainability science engages diverse knowledge systems including traditional Western science, ecoliteracy, ethnoscience, local knowledge, futures thinking, and global education to produce human-environment systems aimed at developing a sustainable future.
This unit will assist students to develop the necessary knowledge, skills, values and actions to enable a "sustainability science" approach within science education through engagement with community-based or "citizen science".Page last updated: 2017-06-27
Short url: https://handbook.acu.edu.au/60700
Page last updated: 2017-06-27
Short url: https://handbook.acu.edu.au/60700