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EDUF4300: Faultlines in Education
2026 unit information
This unit of study serves as foundational component of the discipline, exploring field-shaping theories, methodologies, and empirical studies across various educational disciplines. Through in-depth analysis and discussions, students will critically explore myths, controversies, orthodoxies and other contentious topics in educational research. This unit of study will delve into field-shaping theories, methodologies, and empirical studies across diverse educational disciplines, encouraging critical analysis and interdisciplinary thinking.
Unit details and rules
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Explain the developments of theory, methodology, and research practices in their chosen area of educational research.
- LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of the similarities, ruptures, theoretical alignments and tensions in their chosen area of educational research
- LO3. Critically reflect on how research unfolds and shapes developing understandings in methodology and theory.
- LO4. Demonstrate understanding that knowledge generated through research is always tentative and open to criticism.
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Semester 2 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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