EDUC 3001 - Reflective Practice
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code EDUC 3001 Course Reflective Practice Coordinating Unit School of Education Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 2 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites EDUC 1001 and EDUC 1002 Corequisites EDUC 3002 Restrictions Available to BTeaching students only Assessment Reflective portfolio, Reflective journals Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Ms Tammy Edwardson
Tammy Edwardson
School of Education
The University of Adelaide, AUSTRALIA 5005
Level 8, Room 8.22
Nexus Building
Ph : +61 8 8313 2020
Fax : +61 8 83133604
e-mail: tammy.edwardson@adelaide.edu.auCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Understand the current trends in teacher employment, the policy and curriculum frameworks that support the professional teacher, in a competitive local and international job market 2 Demonstrate an understanding of the meaning of reflective practice, reflective learning theory and related literature 3 Critically analyse teaching practice/methodology/pedagogy using reflective practices to gain a better understanding of the quality and effectiveness of own teaching 4 Discuss reflective practice in the context of teaching standards and the role of the professional teacher 5 Articulate how various technology tools are used to engage and enhance teacher communication in and outside of classrooms 6 Understand and identify professional learning opportunities and associations that support the personal and professional development of classroom teachers and leaders 7 Develop an awareness of the factors that impact on student and teacher wellbeing and resilience within diverse educational contexts University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 3 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3,4. Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 3,4,5. A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2,3,5. A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 2,3,4,5,6. A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 3,4,6 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,3,4,7. -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
Weekly readings will also be available on MyUni and a number of resouces will be provided during lectures and tutorials.
Recommended Resources
All lectures will be recorded and uploaded to MyUni with 24 hours of being presented. Additional resources may be uploaded during the course.Online Learning
Most resources for this course can be found on MyUni, apart from those provided during lectures and tutorials. A discussion board will be set up to allow students to clarify assessment requirements. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The lecture sessions will be in face to face mode. At the end of each presentation five minutes will be allowed for question time.
Tutorials will be fairly interactive. Their purpose is to examine key themes of the lectures, readings and to focus on the assessment requirements of the course. Time will be allocated during tutorials 5 to 12 for journal writing.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Section 5.1 Assessment Summary of the course outline is to assist students to successfully achieve the course requirements.Learning Activities Summary
Refer the the Assessment section.Specific Course Requirements
All students are required to attend the compulsory lecture and tutorial sessions. In the case of absence an email to the course coordinator, or a medical certificate or other verification is required.Small Group Discovery Experience
The weekly tutorials will be fairly interactive, allowing students to discuss key focus questions.
Their purpose is to examine key themes of the lectures, readings and to focus on the assessment requirements of the course. Time will be allocated during tutorials 5 to 12 for journal writing. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Due Weighting Learning Outcomes Two critical incident reports (1,500 words) Written Report Friday Week 6
40% 2, 3, 4 and 7 Critical-Reflective Journal (1,800 words) Written Journal Wednesday
Week 1350% 1 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
Attendance and ParticipationEngagement ongoing Week 1-12 10% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 Assessment Related Requirements
Assignment 1: Two Critical Incident Reports
Weighting: 40%
Length: 1,200 words
Due Date: Friday 11 April, 2014
Graduate Attributes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8
Course Learning Outcomes: 2, 3, 4 and 7
Students are required to select two critical incidents they can recall and vividly remember from their formal education (Years 1 - 12). Using the examples/samples/scenarios presented in the lectures and tutorial activities students must write two reports of no more than 1,200 words. The two critical incident reports must contain:
· a description of the critical incident (CI)
· analysis of the CI and reflections
· evidence-based action/follow ups
References must be made to relevant course materials, including the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST).
Assignment 2: Critical-Reflective Journal
Weighting: 50%
Length: 1,800 words (eight journal entries)
Due Date: Wednesday 11th June, 2104
Graduate Attributes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8
Course Learning Outcomes: 1 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
From weeks 5 to 12 students will be required to keep a critical-reflective journal of their own writings, in relation to: the content of lectures, guided tutorial questions, conversations with colleagues and wider readings. Each of the eight journal entries will be approximately 225 words in length and be a personal account of the students’ own reflections. Topics will include: readiness for the teaching profession, strengths and weaknesses, areas for development, as well as a plan of action for employment, career aspirations and ongoing professional learning.
Assignment 3: Attendance and Participation
Weighting: 10%
Due Date: During Weeks 1 - 12
Graduate Attributes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8
Course Outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
It is imperative that students attend all lectures and tutorial sessions, as they will contribute significantly to the program assessment requirements. Time will be allocated during tutorials 5 to12 for journal writing.
Assessment criteria include:
· attendance at lectures and tutorials (50)
· evidence of pre reading (10)
· engagement in tutorials (30)
· interaction with peers (10)
Assessment Detail
Refer to the Course Assessment section of the course outline on MyUni for additional information, such as the Assessment Rubrics for assignments.Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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