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This professional practice course is compulsory for BTchLn students. It presents the opportunity for the student to apply, develop and demonstrate the theoretical and practical learning outcomes from College-based courses, in particular the co-requisite Professional Studies course, while under the professional supervision of a registered classroom teacher and a College lecturer.
This Professional Practice course is compulsory for BTchLn(Primary) students. It presents the opportunity for the student to apply, develop and demonstrate the theoretical and practical learning outcomes from university-based courses, in particular the co-requisite Professional Studies course, while under the professional supervision of a registered classroom teacher and a Professional Practice lecturer.
LEARNING OUTCOMESThe learning outcomes for this course are drawn from each student’s set of Curriculum and Professional Education courses, and match those of the co-requisite Professional Studies course.By the end of this course successful students will have:1. used the design process to plan for, implement, assess and evaluate a series of lessons with a group/class in at least three essential learning areas.2. observed, planned for, implemented, assessed and evaluated children’s learning in the essential learning areas of English and Mathematics.3. assumed full management of the learning of a whole class for at least three consecutive mornings supported by associate teacher planning.4. developed constructive professional relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils.5. used critical reflection skills to assess current and future professional needs and development
EDPS151
EDPS152
EDPP156
Valda Cordes
Pass/fail assessment applies to Professional Practice courses, in accordance with the College of Education Assessment Guidelines. The assessment is determined by the student’s Professional Studies lecturer following the collection, analysis and discussion of all information with the student at the end of the placement. This information includes the associate teacher’s written report and the observing lecturer’s written notes and verbal report. A summary statement is written in collaboration with the student as an outcome of the post-placement interview, and goals for the next placement identified. This summary statement, along with the student’s assessment for this course, is placed on the student’s record in the Registry.Course assessment will be moderated according to the qualification Moderation Action Plan.
Clarke, Shirley , Timperley, Helen., Hattie, John; Unlocking formative assessment : practical strategies for enhancing students' learning in the primary and intermediate classroom ; N.Z. ed; Hodder Moa Beckett, 2003.
Collis, Mark. , Dalton, Joan., Tasmanian Early Childhood Senior Staff Association; Becoming responsible learners : strategies for positive classroom management ; Tasmanian Early Childhood Senior Staff Association, 1989.
Fraser, Deborah , McGee, Clive; The professional practice of teaching ; 3rd ed; Thomson Learning Australia, 2008.
New Zealand; Assessment : policy to practice ; Learning Media, 1994.
New Zealand; The New Zealand curriculum framework = Te anga marautanga o Aotearoa ; Learning Media, Ministry of Education, 1993.
Van der Kley, Martin , Burn, Wendy; Classroom management, and how to be an effective teacher ; M. Van der Kley, 1991.
READINGS AND RESOURCESRequired ReadingProfessional Practice HandbookProfessional Studies PortfolioCourse Briefing and Assessment documentsMinistry of Education specific curriculum documents relevant to teaching requirements.
COURSE COSTS• The tuition fee for this course, as set by the Council, will be stated in the University Calendar• Students meet their own costs for Professional Practice courses, except where the distance they are required to travel is in excess of the distance they normally travel when attending College lectures – refer Professional Practice Policy and Procedures.
Domestic fee $563.00
International fee $2,516.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Centre for Professional Practice and Partnerships .