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EDST8211 – Professional Practice 2: Teaching Human Society and its Environment in the Primary School
2021 – Session 2, Infrequent attendance, North Ryde
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.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Neil Harrison
Contact via 0298508716
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as arranged via email
Lecturer
Rhett Loban
Contact via 0298508633
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Lecturer
Mridul Sood
Contact via 0298599466
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Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
EDST8206
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
EDST8204 and EDST8207
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This Professional Experience unit will help prepare initial teacher education students for classroom teaching. Effective practice in any subject area is culturally sensitive and inclusive. Students learn more effectively when their teachers know them and how they learn. This unit develops teacher education students' ability to critically review and apply pedagogical content knowledge relating to the Australian curriculum and related syllabus documents with the focus on research-informed teaching about people and places in the History and Geography syllabuses. It requires them to synthesise current research regarding quality classroom practice to analyse and evaluate how they will teach the key concepts and skills of History and Geography in K-6 classrooms, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures, and Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia without perpetuating stereotypes and generalisations. This unit incorporates a professional experience placement in a primary school where initial teacher education students will implement their knowledge of learning and teaching in a primary school context. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Demonstrate research informed knowledge and understanding of the syllabus content and requirements of the NSW Syllabus: History and Geography.
- ULO2: Implement teaching strategies informed by critical review of literature that develop students' knowledge of diverse cultures and communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages, and Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia.
- ULO3: Critically reflect on the conceptual difficulties of teaching students about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages.
- ULO4: Integrate technology across History and Geography.
- ULO5: Undertake a critical evaluation of key issues relating to the teaching for History and Geography in Primary years.
- ULO6: Analyse and apply content and pedagogical knowledge to design effective learning experiences and meet curriculum and assessment requirements.
- ULO7: Critique (or reflect on) one's professional practice and that of their peers.
General Assessment Information
Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines Please follow these guidelines when you submit each assignment:
● Allow a left and right-hand margin of at least 2cm in all assignments.
● Please type all assignments using 12-point font and 1.5 spacing.
● All assessments must be submitted through Turnitin in .doc or .pdf format
● It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all assessments are successfully submitted through Turnitin.
● Faculty assignment cover sheets are NOT required.
Draft Submissions & Turnitin Originality Reports
● Students may use Turnitin’s Originality Report as a learning tool to improve their academic writing if this option is made available in the unit.
● Students are strongly encouraged to upload a draft copy of each assessment to Turnitin at least one week prior to the due date to obtain an Originality Report.
● The Originality Report provides students with a similarity index that may indicate if plagiarism has occurred. Students will be able to make amendments to their drafts prior to their final submission on the due date.
● Generally, one Originality Report is generated every 24 hours up to the due date.
Please note:
● Students should regularly save a copy of all assignments before submission,
● Students are responsible for checking that their submission has been successful and has been submitted by the due date and time.
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: https://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 https://ask.mq.edu.au/. This will ensure consistency in the consideration of such requests is maintained.
● Late submissions: Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply - 10/100 marks of credit (10% of the total assessment weighting) will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessment - e.g. quizzes, online tests. A zero result for the assignment will be recorded after the late submission period has ended if no task has been received.
● If a student is still permitted to submit on the basis of unavoidable disruption, an alternative topic may be set.
● Students should keep an electronic file of all assessments. Claims regarding "lost" assessments cannot be made if the file cannot be produced. It is also advisable to keep an electronic file of all drafts and the final submission on a USB untouched/unopened after submission. This can be used to demonstrate easily that the assessment has not been amended after the submission date.
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: · Please do not request a re-mark for a Failed assessment as they are all double-marked as a part of the moderation process. · 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.
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; and 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.
Assessment Tasks
Please see the iLearn site for details
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. 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. Weekly lectures are available on the web through the ECHO360 lecture component. You must listen to all lectures if you do not attend these ‘live’. PowerPoint slides are available in iLearn in advance of the weekly lecture and/or are available in the Active Learning Tool. 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: · Internet access: The iLearn site contains materials for this unit; it is also required for the online submission of all Assessment Tasks, and for the use of Turnitin submission for ALL tasks.
Word processing, visual representations, and document formatting: You are required to use an appropriate form of software to present your assignments. · Uploading of assessment tasks to iLearn. Other useful information about how the teaching is structured. Suggested wording below. Please amend for your unit.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Learning from Country | 50% | No | 23:59 27/08/2021 |
| Representing other cultures in the classroom | 45% | No | 23:59 08/10/2021 |
| ASSET Survey | 5% | No | 23:59 10/09/2021 |
Learning from Country
Assessment Type 1: Design Task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: 23:59 27/08/2021
Weighting: 50%
Draw on a range of texts to define the concepts of Country and Learning from Country for Stage 3 students. Design a Learning from Country task that would require students K-6 to collect, analyse and present data to their class. Explain how learning from Country helps to avoid some of the dilemmas of representation.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate research informed knowledge and understanding of the syllabus content and requirements of the NSW Syllabus: History and Geography.
- Implement teaching strategies informed by critical review of literature that develop students' knowledge of diverse cultures and communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages, and Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia.
- Integrate technology across History and Geography.
Representing other cultures in the classroom
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 22 hours
Due: 23:59 08/10/2021
Weighting: 45%
Write a critical evaluation of one of our most highly valued methods of teaching about other cultures - teaching children to understand others through empathy. Your evaluation must be based in the body of research literature, and you need to carefully consider issues around teaching difficult histories
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Critically reflect on the conceptual difficulties of teaching students about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages.
- Undertake a critical evaluation of key issues relating to the teaching for History and Geography in Primary years.
- Analyse and apply content and pedagogical knowledge to design effective learning experiences and meet curriculum and assessment requirements.
ASSET Survey
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3 hours
Due: 23:59 10/09/2021
Weighting: 5%
The 5 part ASSET will provide the Department of Educational Studies with a detailed understanding of our students and their experiences; including, who they are, their attitudes and beliefs about education, and how prepared they feel to work as teachers. In addition, as part of the registration of the Department of Educational Studies teacher preparation programs with the NSW Education Standards Authority, we are specifically required to collect impact data on programs. The proposed annual survey will serve the purpose of providing part of these mandatory data. Further, it will provide the Department of Educational Studies with valuable information to revise and improve the programs offered to students. Finally, you may elect to make your de-identified data available to researchers in the Department if you choose.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Critique (or reflect on) one's professional practice and that of their peers.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Required and recommended texts
Harrison, N. and Sellwood, J. (2016). Learning and Teaching in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education (4e). Melbourne: Oxford University Press.
NESA (2015). Geography K-10. Retrieved June 30, 2021 from: https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/learning-areas/hsie/geography-k-10
NESA (2012). History K-6: Syllabus. Retrieved June 30, 2021 from https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/learning-areas/hsie/history-k-10
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.
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.
Weekly lectures are available on the web through the ECHO360 lecture component. You must listen to all lectures if you do not attend these ‘live’.
PowerPoint slides are available in iLearn in advance of the weekly lecture and/or are available in the Active Learning Tool.
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:
- Internet access: The iLearn site contains materials for this unit; it is also required for the online submission of all Assessment Tasks, and for the use of Turnitin submission for ALL tasks.
- Word processing, visual representations, and document formatting: You are required to use an appropriate form of software to present your assignments.
- Uploading of assessment tasks to iLearn.
Structure
The unit comprises a one-hour lecture and a one-hour tutorial and online work. In the tutorial students will discuss issues and questions arising from the lectures and prescribed readings. They are expected to base their arguments/discussions on evidence from published research and other relevant material. There will be a supporting website for the unit providing additional readings, links and materials. Lectures will also be available through Echo in iLearn from the following website link: http://ilearn.mq.edu.au
Students are required to participate in small group activities, whole class discussion, to read the weekly material in advance, and to complete brief tasks either as individuals or in pairs. The weekly program for the course with the accompanying readings/ preparation is available on the following pages or on the unit iLearn site.
On-Campus Days
Day 1: 31/7 – 29WW 041:
Day 2: 4/9 – 29WW 041
Policies and Procedures
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:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
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.
Student Code of Conduct
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
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
- Attendance: NESA Accreditation of the MTeach degrees stipulates 80% attendance which we, as unit convenors need to monitor.
Master of Teaching (Primary/Secondary) students
Attendance at all synchronous activities (such as scheduled in person or Zoom tutorials), viewing of lectures, completion of class tasks and involvement in professional forums is compulsory as the Master of Teaching is a professional NESA accredited qualification. All MTeach students must meet 80% of this attendance requirement.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
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
- Students must be able to present evidence of completion of the following prior to session census date (or as otherwise advised) in order to receive a placement for Professional Experience:
- A Working with Children Check or State/ Territory equivalent. For school placements this must be verified by DoE before your first placement. Complete and email: The practicum students declaration and a copy of relevant ID documents to the department’s probity unit at least two weeks prior to the start date of your first professional experience placement. You will also need to present photo ID on your first day of professional experience.
- Anaphylaxis training (practical and online training) (school placements only). Please note that Anaphylaxis training is only current for 2 years so students will need to update this, most probably at the start of their final year
- Read and acknowledge agreement to abide by the DoE Code of Conduct (school placements only)
- Child Protection Awareness Training (CPAT) (school placements only) (once only)
- Mandatory Child Protection Training (school placements only) (annually)
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.
- A Working with Children Check or State/Territory equivalent is required by the end of Week 2 to be eligible for a placement. Students may need to withdraw from this unit if this has not been obtained in time.
- Students who are completing a unit offered by another department are expected to inform and negotiate with that unit convenor about their professional experience block dates and to discuss how that unit's requirements can be met. For some situations, it may mean that you are enrolled externally for that unit so that your attendance for tutorials for that unit is not impacted.
- Feedback from Tertiary Supervisors and/or Supervising Teachers is of a general nature. It is incumbent on the student to check the requirements of any assessments or bookwork prior to submission.
- If a Student is identified being in need of additional support for Professional Practice and/or Bookwork, the Department’s ‘Additional Support’ procedure will be activated and they will not be able to withdraw themselves from this Unit.
- The timing of placements can vary. For placements early in the Session, Fail grades may be approved by the University prior to the end of Session for students who do not meet the placement expectations of the Unit.
Fitness to practice requirements
- Macquarie University operates under a ‘Fitness to Practice’ model as specified in the University's Academic Progression Policy. For this Unit, this means that, when undertaking a placement, a student is declaring that they are able to demonstrate professional competence, acceptable professional behaviour, freedom from impairment, and compliance with program specific requirements needed for a student to practice properly and safely throughout their Practical, Clinical or Professional program or unit. It is the responsibility of the student to determine whether they are fit to undertake a placement. Therefore, if a student is feeling unfit to undertake a placement, they should not do so. For more information https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/academic-progression
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.
On-Campus Days
Day 1: 31/7 – 29WW 041:
Day 2: 4/9 – 29WW 041
Professional Experience Unit Placement Expectations
To be eligible to commence the block placement component of this unit, students
- Must have submitted all written assessment tasks and/or associated unit component requirements prior to the commencement of the block
- Must meet the participation requirements for the unit
(Unit Convenor to define participation requirements)
- Students may not be able to commence their placement until all alleged academic honesty breaches have been investigated and concluded.
In order to meet the Professional Experience placement expectations of this unit, students must:
- attain a ‘Satisfactory’ grade for their Professional Experience Practical Work in their Evaluation Report, AND
- attain a ‘Satisfactory’ grade for their Professional Experience Folder in their Evaluation Report
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
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.
Macquarie School of Education 5Rs Framework
The Macquarie School of Education 5Rs Framework
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Resilience |
Reflexive |
Responsive |
Ready to learn |
Research engaged |
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EDST8211 |
Implementing a trauma informed pedagogy; helping students to be trauma aware and knowing how to respond |
Reflecting on the impacts of the British invasion of Darug Country 1788 and beyond and representing this through art in stage 2 History. Researching families histories and the interdependency of the generations. |
Helping students to be trauma aware and knowing how to respond |
Engaging with the profession: Reflecting on teacher identity and its changes over the first five years of teaching |
Researching Australia's colonial history and its impacts on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. Researching family histories and the interdependency of the generations. |
Unit information based on version 2021.01R of the Handbook