Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Kim Wilson
Contact via via Email
Tutor
Michele Elborough
Contact via via Email
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
TEP388
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
TEP401
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit focuses on the contemporary role of the teaching of English in a secondary school context. Emphasis is given to the classroom application of current theories about literature, literacy and language learning. The Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards New South Wales syllabus documents (including Stage 6 documents K-10 syllabus) are examined in terms of outcomes, programming, assessment strategies and resources. The nature of student-centred learning in the English classroom is explored through a variety of approaches to lesson planning, resource development and critical reflection. Key issues considered include the writing process, speaking and listening, popular culture, visual texts, adolescent reading, and the integration of technology.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Young Adult Literature | 40% | No | 07/04/2017 |
Stage 5 Unit of Work | 45% | No | 19/05/2017 |
Required Readings Quiz | 15% | No | 09/06/2017 |
Due: 07/04/2017
Weighting: 40%
One rationale (500 words), one introductory lesson plan for Stage 4 English (800 words) and one critical evaluation (500 words)
Due: 19/05/2017
Weighting: 45%
Preparation of a Unit of work appropriate for a Stage 5 class. The submission must include the following elements:
Due: 09/06/2017
Weighting: 15%
An assessment of the students knowledge of key concepts addressed in the required readings for each week. There will be an online quiz to complete in Week 13 of the course.
This course has 1 x 3-hour workshop each week:
Classes cannot be changed on a weekly basis. For occasional changes due to unexpected circumstances, permission must be sought from the Unit Convenor.
TEP423 is a professional unit of study. Students are, therefore, expected to attend each workshop and submit all assignments by the due date. Where a student does not meet mandatory attendance requirements, the absence must be due to a serious and unavoidable disruption as per the university’s Disruption to Studies Policy. Supporting evidence is required for each absence as outlined in the Supporting Evidence Schedule. Students are advised to consult this schedule and ensure that they obtain the relevant documentation to support their disruption.
Please note that for illness/misadventure, the Professional Authority Form (PAF) is the officially required documentation, which must be completed by a registered health professional OR professional within Macquarie University Campus Wellbeing and Support Services. In accordance with current university policy, doctors’ certificates will NOT be accepted.
Supporting evidence must be retained and submitted as follows:
An iLearn site will be used for access to unit resources and activities. You should visit this site on a regular basis for resources, links and unit announcements. Students are required to complete the weekly readings and or activities in advance of each workshop. Readings will be available on the unit’s iLearn website. Students are strongly advised to bring a technology device (for example, laptop or tablet) with all course materials, including the unit outline, required readings, syllabus and support documents. All of these materials are available in PDF format. Students should also visit the Curriculum Resources section, Level 3, of the University Library.
Students in this unit will need regular access to a computer and the Internet to complete the research components of the assignments and to locate teaching resources. There are a number of university computers in the Library, in C5C (rooms 211, 213, and 217) as well as dedicated spaces for students studying Education (the TEL Labs C5A201, 204 and 210). Computers in C5A.210 may be accessed at published times.
All correspondence with students will be through their Macquarie Student email addresses. Students are advised that any correspondence from a non-university address will be ignored. All enquiries about the unit should be directed to the Unit Convenor.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html
Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html
Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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