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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Learning in this unit begins Session 1, Week 1 via iLearn.

This unit is offered via participation in four on-campus modules. 

In the workshop students will discuss issues and questions arising from the prescribed readings and videos. Workshops may include practical, hands-on tasks, participating in small peer-led group activities and whole class discussions. Students are expected to base their blog arguments and discussions on evidence from published research and other relevant material.

Activities completed during the initial workshop is 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]. Participation in all workshop learning tasks is expected.

Unit Expectations

Students are required to read the weekly material in advance. The weekly program for the course with the accompanying readings/ preparation is available on the unit iLearn site. Workshops will build upon the knowledge gained from the weekly readings/tasks. 

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

Workload

Credit points indicate the approximate hours per week that a student is expected to spend studying in order to pass a unit. In a 10 credit-point unit you should expect to commit nine (9) hours of your time per week to your studies. 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

Since this is a practical based unit, there will be physical activity tasks set as part of weekly workshop activities. Students are expected to be dressed appropriately (e.g. running shoes, shorts, leggings) when completing these tasks, and take care to perform the set activities in a safe space, to the best of their ability.

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.

Recommended texts

PDHPE: Dudley, D., Telford, A., Peralta, L., Stonehouse, C. & Winslade, M. (2021). Teaching Quality Health & Physical Education (2nd edition). 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. (2017). Delivering Authentic Arts Education (3rd edition). Cengage Learning: 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)

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

(This book may also assist if interested in the Creative Arts area): Roy, D., Baker, W. & Hamilton, A. (2015). Teaching the arts: early childhood and primary education. (2nd ed.) Cambridge University Press: Melbourne. (You can purchase this book or borrow an available copy from the library).

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 a 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

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:

Reflexive: The participation in the reflective blog process will allow all students to reflect on their current teaching practices and consider adaptations to pedagogy and assessment that supports a range of diverse student abilities. During discussions and the writing process, students will engage in convesations and reflexive thinking and describe the relevancy and application of issues in education, including any changes in response to individual evaluation and research. 

Research engaged: Students will research and present evidence-based arguments and arguments regarding a particular educational issue or pedagogical approach. 

Students are expected to attend four on-campus participatory sessions as part of their learning for this unit.

The dates include: Fridays 8.30am-12.30pm, 4/3/22, 18/3/22 & 6/5/22, 20/5/22.

Please wear comfortable clothes and sports shoes suitable for taking part in physical activity. Please bring a mask, sanitiser and water bottle.