Contemporary Theories of Development and Learning (EDUC7603)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2022
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Education School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
External
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
1 Tutorial hour
Restricted
Restricted to students in the MTeach (Primary), MTeach (Sec) or MEdSt Suite programs.
Assessment methods
Critical review paper; Case study report
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Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course engages pre-service teachers in an analysis of historical and recent developments in research that furthers our understandings of physical, social-emotional, and intellectual development. Critical knowledge and understanding of the science of learning, and the mind, drawing distinctions between psychological, biological and socio-cultural viewpoints, will be required. A particular focus of the course will be the developmental and contextual characteristics of students during early childhood, middle childhood and the adolescent years and how these may affect student learning and engagement. Pre-service teachers will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills to practice by understanding the importance of the state of the learner for optimal learning and engagement. Consideration will be given to the importance of parent engagement in the educative process and strategies for maximising this engagement. This will include identifying strategies that are responsive to the learning strengths and needs of each student and that build a supportive, safe and inclusive educational environment.
