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EDSE4027: Teaching English 3
2024 unit information
This unit is designed to develop your understanding, knowledge and pedagogical skills in teaching Stage 6 English and preparing students for the Higher School Certificate. There is an emphasis on theory in practice and wide reading related to the Stage 6 Prescriptions. The unit will consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding of the pedagogy and syllabus requirements for teaching secondary English.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDSE4027 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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120 credit points including EDSE3044 and EDSE3062 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate knowledge of the interrelationship between the language modes and texts, and the appropriate selection of texts in teaching and learning in English 7-12 [1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5]
- LO2. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of NSW syllabus and support documents, and be able to critique these in terms of similarities, differences and the implications for teaching and learning in English [2.1, 2.2., 2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5]
- LO3. demonstrate an understanding of the content, pedagogy, underpinning theories, assessment and examination requirements of English Extension 1 and 2 [ 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.5]
- LO4. demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the role of ICT in teaching and learning in English 7-12 and be able to identify and critique suitable online resources [1.1, 1.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.5]
- LO5. demonstrate the capacity to address the needs of EAL/D, ATSI, special needs, and underachieving readers and writers in English through a knowledge of the research and pedagogy in this field [1.2, 6.1, 6.2]
- LO6. understand the suitability of each of the Stage 6 English courses for particular students and demonstrate an ability to plan and program appropriately for a diversity of student needs, interests, and abilities [2.1, 2.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.5]
- LO7. understand the requirements of examinations and assessment for each course in Stage 6 English [ 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 6.1, 6.2]
- LO8. be aware of the role and significance of professional associations and professional development [6.1, 6.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.4]
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