Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor and tutor
Associate Professor Iain Hay
Contact via email
25WW Room 386
by appointment via email - please do not leave a message on my office phone best to email
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
80cps and EDST8999 and (EDST8211 or EDST8238)
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
(Admission into MTeach (Prim) and EDST8212 or EDST8213 ) OR (Admission into MTeach (Secondary) and (EDST8221 or EDST8223 or EDST8225 or EDST8227 or EDST8229 or EDST8231 or EDST8233 or EDST8235))
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is a Professional Experience unit for intending primary/secondary school teachers. This unit synthesies students' knowledge of teaching diverse learners and skills in independent educational research. Students will teach in a school for 30 days under the guidance of a Supervising Teacher and concurrently conduct practitioner research to meet the requirements of the mandatory NESA Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA). |
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when you submit each assignment:
Draft Submissions & Turnitin Originality Reports
Please note:
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:
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.
Grade |
Descriptor |
HD (High Distinction) |
Provides consistent evidence of deep and critical understanding in relation to the learning outcomes. There is substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critical evaluation of problems, their solutions and their implications; creativity in application as appropriate to the discipline. |
D (Distinction) |
Provides evidence of integration and evaluation of critical ideas, principles and theories, distinctive insight and ability in applying relevant skills and concepts in relation to learning outcomes. There is demonstration of frequent originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and providing solutions; and the use of means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience. |
Cr (Credit) |
Provides evidence of learning that goes beyond replication of content knowledge or skills relevant to the learning outcomes. There is demonstration of substantial understanding of fundamental concepts in the field of study and the ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; convincing argumentation with appropriate coherent justification; communication of ideas fluently and clearly in terms of the conventions of the discipline. |
P (Pass). |
Provides sufficient evidence of the achievement of learning outcomes. There is demonstration of understanding and application of fundamental concepts of the field of study; routine argumentation with acceptable justification; communication of information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. The learning attainment is considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in relation to the specified outcomes |
F (Fail) |
Does not provide evidence of attainment of learning outcomes. There is missing or partial or superficial or faulty understanding and application of the fundamental concepts in the field of study; missing, undeveloped, inappropriate or confusing argumentation; incomplete, confusing or lacking communication of ideas in ways that give little attention to the conventions of the discipline. |
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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Teaching Performance Assessment | 100% | No | Viva Voce Presentations week of 4 Oct and MQTPA 16 Oct 23:55 |
Supervising Teachers' Professional Experience Evaluation Report | 0% | Yes | at the conclusion of PE block (completing all required days) |
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Viva Voce Presentations week of 4 Oct and MQTPA 16 Oct 23:55
Weighting: 100%
Pass/Fail completed on placement (no word limit). Teaching Performance Assessment(NESA requirement) includes: choosing 5 focus students and planning teaching and assessing through a process of reflexive practice.
Assessment Type 1: Field work task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: at the conclusion of PE block (completing all required days)
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
This report is completed by the Supervising Teacher on completion of the student's 30 day Professional Experience placement (Including the TPA) using the AITSL Graduate Teaching Standards.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
*Note there is not a required text for this unit. From time to time various readings or articles will be shared via the iLearn site if required.
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 compulsory for all students. Important assessment information will be posted here, as will other relevant unit notices and materials, including a reading template and guide to lecture note taking to assist your studies. *Note: all MQTPA resources, templates and relevant information are located at the EDSTCOMMs iLearn site under 'Teaching Performance Assessment' Various activities and materials for discussion and critical reflection are included and external students especially 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. A number of Zoom well be conducted over the semester.You must listen to all lectures/sessions if you do not attend these ‘live’. Zoom recordings and PowerPoint slides (if a applicable) are available in iLearn Access and technical assistance Information for students about access to the online component of this unit is available at https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/index.php. 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 unit comprises Zoom sessions across the semester (advertised via iLearn) with Viva Voce Presentations commencing the week of 4 October, these sessions will be advertised via iLearn.
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Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/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
School of Education Procedures In addition, the following policies and procedures of the School of Education are applicable in this unit. Attendance for undergraduate units Activities completed during weekly tutorials (internal) or on campus days (please note chances to this via iLearn) 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 and/or ACECQA requirements]. Attendance at all tutorials or on (virtual) campus days/and or Zoom meeting sessions is expected and the roll will be taken. Students are required to attend the tutorial in which they are enrolled. Any changes to tutorial enrolments must be completed officially through e-student. Please do not contact the unit convenor requesting a change. Unit Expectations
Note: 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. Electronic Communication It is the student’s responsibility to check all electronic communication on a regular weekly basis. Communication may occur via:
External Students
Passing a Professional Experience Unit In order to pass a Professional Experience unit, students must achieve a satisfactory result for their professional experience placement AND achieve a satisfactory result overall for their academic assessment tasks (where applicable) in the unit. Professional Experience Unit Placement Expectations
For more details re school placement requirements see: https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning/pre-service-teacher-resources/induction-for-pre-service-teachers/mandatory-pre-requisites-for-pre-service-teachers-participating-. This includes completing the pre-service teacher acknowledgement: https://education.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/main-education/teaching-and-learning/professional-learning/pre-service-teacher-resources/Document2_Pre-service_teacher_Acknowledgement_October_2020.pdf Students are responsible for ensuring that their evidence is current. Please be aware that you may need to update your training or credential during your program of study.
Fitness to practice requirements
Twice Fail Rule for Professional Experience Units General Coursework Rule 10(7) stipulates that if a student fails a required unit twice in an undergraduate professional program listed on Schedule 2, they may be permanently excluded from further enrolment in that program. Students completing a double degree will be able to continue with their other degree program provided they meet the academic progression requirements of the Academic Progression Policy. Students completing a single Education degree (such as the BEd) are advised to seek academic advice. Further specific details and any updates about times and locations will be posted on iLearn as an Announcement during first half of the semester. Professional Experience Unit Placement Expectations To be eligible to commence the block placement component of this unit, students
In order to meet the Professional Experience placement expectations of this unit, students must:
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The 5Rs Framework, developed by the School of Education at Macquarie University, is embedded throughout your teacher education course. Your use of the 5Rs Framework will help you develop the capabilities that will make your teaching career sustainable and fulfilling. In this unit, you will learn using the 5Rs framework in the following important ways, through professional experience placement, Viva Voce Presentation and MQ Teaching Performance Assessment (MQTPA, the 5Rs will be apparent through:
Unit information based on version 2021.06 of the Handbook