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EDUF2021: Aboriginal Education in Context

2024 unit information

This unit of study celebrates the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, knowledges, languages and cultures. It expands student understanding of opportunities and barriers faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and the role education plays in addressing these issues. This unit emphasises collaboration. Students will gain knowledge and awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories; effects of racism; hidden curriculum; and diverse perspectives. Through this unit, students will continue to construct their identity as an educator and acquire knowledge and skills which underpin culturally responsive teaching.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Education

Code EDUF2021
Academic unit Education
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 1000 level in Education Studies
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 broad knowledge and understanding of the impact of diverse histories, cultures, identities and linguistic backgrounds on the education of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners.
  • LO2. Understand and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to promote Reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous Australians.
  • LO3. Improve professional knowledge and practice to maximise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners outcomes.
  • LO4. Understand the importance and principles of actively engaging with members of the teaching profession and the wider community.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Modes of attendance (MoA)

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