Year
2021
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 1-hour lecture weekly
1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 7-hour independent study weekly
Prerequisites
1 EDUC9406 - Differentiation and Inclusive Educational Practices
2 1 of EDUC8129, EDUC9504
Must Satisfy: (1 and 2)
Enrolment not permitted
1 of EDSP9014, EDSP9026 has been successfully completed
Topic description

This topic will examine theories of learning, principles and practices of formal and informal assessments, theories of curriculum design, and research-based teaching strategies designed to support effective outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. Practical application in educational settings is required.

Educational aims

This topic aims to examine and reflect on theories of learning, assessment and curriculum design for students with diverse learning needs

Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:

  1. Critically discuss processes of learning and connections with effective teaching and assessment strategies
  2. Analyse formal and informal assessment tools and strategies
  3. Apply knowledge gained from formal and informal assessment to design effective learning programs for students with diverse learning needs
  4. Design and evaluate appropriate curriculum and teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students