Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convener and Lecturer
Frances Gentle
Contact via 0298720808
RIDBC Renwick Centre
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Administration
Lena Karam
Contact via 0298720303
RIDBC Renwick Centre
9.00 - 4.00 Monday to Friday
Susan Silveira
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Credit points |
Credit points
4
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MDisabilityStud
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit examines the theory and practice of language, literacy and numeracy development for preschool and school-aged learners who are blind or have low vision, deafblindness or additional disabilities. Unit content includes theoretical and instructional approaches to such areas as concept development, communication modes, and curriculum and pedagogic adjustments and accommodations. Students will have practical opportunities to investigate optical aids and braille equipment, learning media assessment and production of alternative formats, and instructional approaches to emergent literacy.
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This section provides students with general information about assessment tasks and how to submit them. Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines Please follow these guidelines when you submit each assignment:
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Assignment extensions and late penalties
Requesting a re-assessment of an assignment If you have evidence that your task has been incorrectly assessed against the grade descriptors you can request a re-mark. To request a re-mark you need to contact the unit convenor within 7 days of the date of return of the assignment and provide a detailed assessment of your script against the task criteria. Evidence from your assignment must be provided to support your judgements. Note: Failed assessments cannot be re-marked as they are all double-marked as a part of the moderation process. Please note: The outcome of a re-mark may be a higher/lower or unchanged grade. Grades are standards referenced and effort is NOT a criterion. .......................... University policy on grading Criteria for awarding grades for assessment tasks Assignments will be awarded grades ranging from HD to F according to guidelines set out in the University's Grading Policy. The following descriptive criteria are included for your information. Descriptive Criteria for awarding grades in the unit In order to meet the unit outcomes and successfully pass this unit, students must make a genuine attempt at all assessment tasks. Where any submitted assessment task is considered to be unsatisfactory in this regard, the highest possible final grade that can be awarded for the unit will be 45. Students will be awarded grades ranging from HD to F according to guidelines set out in the policy: https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/assessment-in-effect-from-session-2-2016 The following generic grade descriptors provide university-wide standards for awarding final grades.
Note: If you fail a unit with a professional experience component the fail grade will be on your transcript irrespective of the timing of the placement. Withdrawing from this Unit If you are considering withdrawing from this unit, please seek academic advice via https://ask.mq.edu.au before doing so as this unit may be a co-requisite or prerequisite for units in the following sessions and may impact on your progression through the degree. Results 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. |
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Personalised Learning Plan | 40% | No | 14/10/19 |
Braille Literacy Teaching Prog | 35% | No | 21/10/19 |
Braille Book Kit Production | 25% | No | 16/9/2019 |
Due: 14/10/19
Weighting: 40%
With reference to wider reading, describe how you would approach the development of a Personalised Learning Plan for literacy and numeracy development for a secondary school student with a deteriorating eye condition who must transition from regular print to alternative literacy formats (2500 words)
Due: 21/10/19
Weighting: 35%
Development of a two-term individualised braille literacy teaching program (2500 words).
Due: 16/9/2019
Weighting: 25%
Creation of a braille book and supporting braille materials for a learner in the early years of schooling (750 words for overview, plus braille book kit)
Unit Delivery
This Unit includes online course material and a compulsory five-day campus conference that will be held at RIDBC Renwick Centre, Monday 5th to Friday 9th August 2019 (9am to 4.30pm each day). Attendance at the RIDBC Renwick Centre campus conference is essential in order to complete the Unit. Resources for the campus days will be uploaded to the iLearn site prior to the August. Please save the resources and bring them along to the campus conference.
Students are also required to complete a training course in Unified English Braille. Please submit evidence of course completion to the Unit Convenor - via email, frances.gentle@ridbc.org.au. This may take the form of completion certificates.
Prescribed Texts
Information about the unit iLearn site This unit has a full web presence through iLearn. Students will need regular access to a computer and the Internet to complete this unit. Weekly access to iLearn is recommended for all students. Important assessment information will be posted here, as will other relevant unit notices and materials. Various activities and materials for discussion and critical reflection are included and students are encouraged to use this web component. Electronic links and suggested references will be included in the Resources section. Please check the iLearn unit regularly. Access and technical assistance Information for students about access to the online component of this unit is available at ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/. You will need to enter your student username and password. Please do NOT contact the Unit Convenor regarding iLearn technical help. No extensions will be given for any technical issues. Allow enough time for your submissions. Assistance is available from IT Helpdesk ph: 1800 67 4357, or log a request at help.mq.edu.au. OneHelp is the online IT support service for both students and staff. This unit requires students to use several ICT and software skills:
Structure The SPED923 iLearn site includes a series of topics that address the Unit theme of literacy for learners with vision impairment. The iLearn topics detail the required readings for the particular topic area, topic commentaries (text-based), videos or PowerPoint slides, and focus questions. These resources are designed to support your development of knowledge and understanding of the implications of vision impairment for literacy development. The content and recommended readings also serves as essential background information for completing assessment tasks. Please note that you are expected to base your arguments/discussions on evidence from published research and other relevant material. |
Topic 1 (Weeks 1 & 2): Communication, language and literacy development for students with vision impairment, and the history of braille and other tactile codes
Topic 2 (Week 3) : Implications of blindness and low vision for communication, language and literacy development
Topic 3 (Week 4): Literacy and numeracy development for students with vision impairment
Topic 4 (Week 5): Assessment
Topic 5 (Weeks 6 & 7): Instructional approaches to reading development for students with vision impairment
Topic 6 (Weeks 8 & 9): Instructional approaches to writing development for students with vision impairment
Topic 7 (Week 10): Literacy and numeracy development for students with vision impairment and additional disabilities or deafblindness
Topic 8 (Weeks 11 & 12): Enhancing literacy and numeracy development in inclusive settings; and information communication technologies (ICT)
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Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
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Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) 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 or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Electronic Communication
It is the student’s responsibility to check all electronic communication on a regular weekly basis. Communication may occur via:
External Students
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Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
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