EDUCATION 4B (EDD40) 36 points
EDUCATION 4 METHODS OF TEACHING
All students enrolled in Education 4A or Education 4B undertake the equivalent of two methods of teaching. All students enrolled in Education 4AP undertake one method of teaching. Each method of teaching involves a program of up to two contact hours a week throughout the year.
Method of Teaching makes a direct contribution to the strengthening of professional competence.
This includes the following objectives:
• to acquaint students with a wide range of teaching materials, strategies and cur- riculum ideas so that they in turn can select those which are consistent with their own developing educational philosophies and their own capacities
• to indicate both the unique and interdisciplinary nature of various curriculum areas
• to suggest the practical ramifications of educational theory
• to develop enthusiasm for, and competence in teaching and learning
• to indicate recent developments in the practice of teaching
• to encourage students to evaluate critically their assumptions about methods of teaching.
Broadly there are six main categories into which any program can be divided, though these decisionsYnay not be considered separately:
• philosophical and psychological issues
• teaching approaches and techniques
• teacher-pupil interaction
• language, literacy and the learner
• curriculum issues
• resources for learning.
School Experience provides students with the opportunity of implementing and evaluating Method work developed in College sessions. Consequently, Methods of Teaching and School Experience are closely related components of a student's course.
METHOD OF TEACHING — CLASSROOM MUSIC AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
A lecture/discussion program combined with workshop sessions for up to three hours a week.
Method of Teaching — Classroom Music is available as either a single or a double method.
Method of Teaching — Instrumental Music is available as a single method.
Prerequisite: Classroom Music taken as a single method: 21 points in Music, Including 12 points at Group 2 or 3 level.
Classroom Music taken as a double method: 42 points In Music.
Classroom Music (single method) taken In conjunction with Instrumental Music: 42 points in Music.
Instrumental Music taken as the only music method study: 27 points In Practical Music.
Students taking Classroom Music must have some vocal or instrumental performing competence.
Students taking Instrumental Music must have competence on one orchestral instru- ment and experience on a second orchestral instrument. (Where experience on a sec- ond instrument is inadequate, students may be admitted to Instrumental Music if they are prepared to attend class instruction in a second orchestral instrument concur- rently.)
Syllabus
The method study deals with the methods and materials of music education In relation to the needs of students in modem secondary education. World trends in music education will be examined and related to the situation in Victoria. The approach to sessions is through tutorials/discussions and workshop activities.
Books
A comprehensive reading guide will be distributed at the beginning of the academic year.
Assessment
Assessment will be based on participation in classes together with the completion of assignments and other set tasks arising from the study.
METHOD OF TEACHING — COUNSELLING
Special Requirement
As students who undertake this method spend one teaching round in the Counselling, Guidance and Clinical Services Division of the Education Department, they must select an education program which permits a three-week school experience block.
Prerequisite: Psychology D. or Psychology C together with a concurrent enrolment in Psychology D, or an approved equivalent prerequisite.
Syllabus
The method of study is intended, within the limits of time available, to provide some of the knowledge and skills appropriate for pastoral counselling in combination with normal teaching duties in schools. It is not intended to be a preparation for counsell- ing as a full time professional speciality.
Topics will include: an introduction to theories and techniques of counselling, ex- amination of educational and environmental factors underlying pupils' difficulties at school, and guidelines for appropriate action which teachers may take in supporting children in difficulty.
Books
Preliminary Reading:
Cantwell, P W Counselling Today's Youth Melbourne: Spectrum 1973 Lett, W R (ed) Counselling for What? Sydney: Angus & Robertson 1973 Reference:
To be advised.
Assessment
Assessment will be made progressively throughout the year and will be based on seminar participation, a written assignment, and experience in the Counselling, Guidance and Clinical Services Division. There will be no final examination although, in certain circumstances, students may be required to take unit tests.
Additional information: Inquiries should be directed to Mr R Barker, Lecturer in Psychology, room 422, ERC.
METHOD OF TEACHING — DRAMA
The method study comprises one 2-hour session a week throughout the year. The session may take a variety of forms, e.g. lecture, seminar, discussion, or practical workshop. Sessions at College will be supplemented by observation of experienced teachers in the classroom, and by community-centred activities.
Special Requirement
Students must accept the demand for regular practical work and attendance.
Prerequisite: Credit of 21 points in Drama including either Drama B11 or C11.
Syllabus
The study deals with the methods and materials of drama education in relation to the needs of children in secondary schools.
Books
There are no specific titles recommended for preliminary reading. Students will be referred to relevant texts from time to time throughout the year.
Assessment
There are no formal examinations although students will be required to complete some written work such as assignments or class papers throughout the year.
Additional information: Inquiries should be directed to the Secretary, Department of Drama, room 211, Arts Centre.
METHOD OF TEACHING — ECONOMICS AND COMMERCE
Each unit will occupy the equivalent of one hour a week throughout the year.
Special Requirements Double Method
Students undertaking all their Method studies in the Department of Business Studies will select any four units from the six available.
Single Method
Students who wish to undertake the equivalent of only one Method subject in the Department of Business Studies may select any two units from the six available.
All students enrolled in Method of Teaching — Economics and Commerce will be required to attend:
(a) a core program held during the weeks preceding the first school experience as a general orientation to school experience with specific reference to business studies
(b) scheduled classes throughout the year after the first teaching round.
Method Units Available
1. Method of Teaching — Accountancy (Senior Secondary Teaching Area) Prerequisite: Accountancy B1 or B2, or their equivalent
2. Method of Teaching —Consumer Education (Middle Secondary Teaching Area) Prerequisite: Nil
3. Method of Teaching — Economics (Senior Secondary Teaching Area) Prerequisite: Economics B1 or its equivalent
4. Method of Teaching — Legal Studies (Senior Secondary Teaching Area) Prerequisite: Legal Studies A or its equivalent
5. Method of Teaching — Stenographic Studies (Middle and Senior Secondary Teaching Area)
Prerequisite: Stenographic Studies A or its equivalent
6. Methodology of Economics and Commerce (Middle and Senior Secondary Teaching Area)
Prerequisite: This unit is only available to students enrolled in three of the above five Method units, and is not available to those students able to meet the prere- quisites for at least four of the above Method units.
Syllabus
Units 1 to 5 should be seen as an introduction to the teaching of business studies