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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.
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 the students will have:1. used the design process to plan for, implement, assess, evaluate and whole class teaching, including the unit of work approach, in at least four essential learning areas.2. planned for, implemented, assessed and evaluated children’s learning in the curriculum areas of English and Mathematics3. developed constructive professional relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils4. assumed full management of the learning of a whole class for at least three consecutive days.5. used critical reflection skills to assess current and future professional needs and development
EDPP153 and EDPS152
EDPS261
Valda Cordes
Required ReadingProfessional Practice HandbookProfessional Studies PortfolioCourse Briefing and Assessment documentsRecommended ReadingClarke, S., Timperley, H., & Hattie, J. (2003). Unlocking Formative Assessment – New Zealand Edition. Auckland, NZ: Hodder Moa Beckett Publishers.Collis, M and Dalton, J. (1989). Becoming Responsible Learners. South Yarra: Eleanor Curtain Publishing.McGee, C. and Fraser, D. (1994). The Professional Practice of Teaching. Palmerston North: Dunmore Press.Ministry of Education (1993). The New Zealand Curriculum Framework. Wellington: Learning MediaMinistry of Education (1994). Assessment - Policy to Practice. Wellington: Learning MediaMinistry of Education specific curriculum documents relevant to teaching requirements.van der Kley, M. (1991). Classroom Management- and how to be an effective teacher. Christchurch: Macprint Printing and Publishing Ltd
Domestic fee $660.00
International fee $2,870.00
* 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 .