Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines

Specific information regarding exact submission criteria for each individual assessment task and related marking criteria are available on the EDTE3530 iLearn site.

Assignment extensions and late penalties

In general, there should be no need for extensions except through illness or misadventure that would be categorised as serious and unavoidable disruption according to the University definition of same, see: students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration

Applications for extensions must be made via AskMQ according to the Special Consideration policy. Extensions can only be granted if they meet the Special Considerations policy and are submitted via ask.mq.edu.au. This will ensure consistency in the consideration of such requests is maintained.

Late submissions without extension will receive a penalty of 5% reduction of the total possible mark for each day late (including weekends and public holidays). You are reminded that submitting even just 1 day late could be the difference between passing and failing a unit. Late penalties are applied by unit convenors or their delegates after tasks are assessed.

It is not the responsibility of unit staff to contact students who have failed to submit assignments. If you have any missing items of assessment, it is your responsibility to make contact with the unit convenor.

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. The outcome of a re-mark may be a higher/lower or unchanged grade. Grades are standards referenced and effort is NOT a  criterion.

Note: Failed assessments cannot be re-marked as they are all double-marked as a part of the moderation process.

University policy on grading

Assignments will be awarded grades ranging from HD to F according to guidelines set out in the University's Grading Policy. 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: staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/assessment-in-effect-from-session-2-2016

Withdrawing from this UG Unit

If you are considering withdrawing from this unit, please seek academic advice via 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.

Before commencing EDTE3530, please read this outline very carefully and ensure that you can meet all requirements, including workload requirements, attendance requirements, and assessment requirements.

Structure

This unit is only offered via internal mode and comprises of one three-hour workshop each week. All classes for this unit begin in Session 1, Week 1.

Activities completed during weekly workshops are essential for building the core knowledge and/or skills required to demonstrate the learning outcomes of this unit [and to meet the AITSL Graduate Teacher Standards requirements]. Attendance at all workshops is expected and the roll will be taken.

Students are required to attend the workshop in which they are enrolled. Any changes to workshop enrolments must be completed officially through e-student. Please do not contact the unit convenor requesting a change.

Unit Expectations

Students are expected to read weekly readings  and complete any set 'home tasks' before attending workshops. Workshops will build upon the knowledge gained from the weekly readings/tasks. If a student has clearly not completed the weekly readings/tasks, they may be asked to leave the workshop until they have completed the required work.

Students are required to participate in small group activities, whole class discussions, and to complete tasks either as individuals or in pairs.

Credit points indicate the approximate hours per week that a student is expected to spend studying in order to pass a unit. One credit point equals 3 hours; thus, students are expected to spend approximately 9 hours per week studying EDTE3530. Study includes, completing set readings and background readings, completing assignments and using the unit’s iLearn site.

Independent study is strongly encouraged in EDTE3530. Some students may wish to spend more time on the unit, particularly if attempting to achieve high grades or if problems are encountered understanding the material or meeting unit requirements.

Please ensure that you have sufficient time to dedicate to your studies before attempting this unit. We are sympathetic that students often have significant domestic and work related responsibilities. To be fair to our staff and to other students, however, these cannot be used to justify incomplete work or extension requests.

Practical Session Requirements

Students are expected to participate in all practical components of the unit and complete all activities as required. For practical PE sessions, students must wear appropriate clothing and footwear for participation in sporting activities. Appropriate clothing is deemed as shorts, leggings, and tracksuit pants with footwear being joggers/running shoes. Students who do not present at the beginning of practical sessions appropriately attired (i.e. skirts, jeans, inappropriate footwear) will not be eligible to participate and will be marked as absent for the respective week. Creative Arts workshops also require you to wear clothing that is appropriate for participation. For example, drama and music will have you seated on the floor and moving around so please ensure you clothing does not restrict this. Failure to attend all of the practical workshops may result in a Fail grade being awarded.

Pregnancy and Injury

If you are pregnant or injured please be realistic and responsible in relation to both your health and the health of your developing child. PDHPE is a physically demanding unit of study (for example, it might include running, dancing, jumping or standing for extended periods of time) and your fitness to undertake it must be considered. Please feel free to discuss your circumstances with the unit coordinator if you are concerned about certain aspects. If you are unsure of your ability to fully participate, please speak with your medical practitioner for guidance.

Required texts

PDHPE: Dudley, D., Telford, A., Peralta, L., Stonehouse, C. & Winslade, M. (2017). Teaching Quality Health & Physical Education. Cengage: Melbourne. (You can purchase this book, borrow an available copy from the library or access it online for free via the Leganto link in iLearn)

Creative Arts: Dinham, J. (2016). Delivering Authentic Arts Education. (3rd Ed.). Cengage: Melbourne. (You can purchase this book or borrow an available copy from the library).

Students are expected to purchase or download the following syllabus AND any support documents:

NSW K-10 PDHPE syllabus and support documents: educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/learning-areas/pdhpe

NSW K-6 Creative Arts syllabus and support documents: educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/learning-areas/creative-arts/creative-arts-k-6-syllabus

iLearn / Electronic Communication

This unit has a full web presence through iLearn and students will need regular access to a computer and the Internet to complete this unit.

Weekly access to iLearn is compulsory for all students. Important assessment information will be posted here, as will other relevant unit notices and materials to assist your studies.

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.

It is the student’s responsibility to check all electronic communication on a regular weekly basis.

Communication may occur via:

• Official MQ Student Email Address

• The Dialogue function on iLearn

• Other iLearn communication functions

Due to the practical nature of this unit and content delivered by various academics a complete schedule will be posted on the EDTE3530 iLearn page for your convenience.

Content included in this unit:

• K-6 PDHPE Pedagogy and syllabus

• K-6 Creative Arts Pedagogy and syllabus (Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Arts) 

• Integrating Learning Areas

• Assessment and Learning

• Inclusive Practice