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Details for EDU316 Differentiation, Classroom Engagement and Management

Explore behavior management and be equipped to support diverse learning needs from years 3 to 5 and K-6. Professional roles in student case management and community involvement are examined. Students will gain hands-on experience in differentiated classrooms to refine classroom management skills

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: EDU316
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Aaron Maidment

Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

  • EDU101—Foundations in Christian Learning and Teaching and a Curriculum Studies (CRS) subject

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Appraise the legislative requirements and teaching strategies that support participation and learning of students with disability;
  2. Synthesise research into how students learn and the implications for differentiating teaching for the full range of student abilities, and diverse backgrounds (multilingual and sociocultural);
  3. Appraise teaching strategies that are responsive to the learning strengths and needs of students from diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds through the lens of a Christian or alternate service/school context;
  4. Critically evaluate and reflect upon practical approaches to managing challenging behaviour;
  5. Demonstrate increasing competence in a broad range of general teaching skills including: planning, implementing, assessing and reflecting on learning experiences;
  6. Understand and apply a range of theories, ideas and practices in relation to motivation and management in early childhood setting contexts from a Christian or alternate context.

Subject Content

  • Setting the Context for Differentiation
  • Strategies for Community Engagement
  • Approaches to Curriculum Modification
  • Strategies for Differentiation in the Classrom
  • Workable Routines
  • Critical Personal Reflection

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to face (onsite)
  • eLearning (online)

Note: This subject involves mandatory professional experience EXP213 Professional Experience in an early childhood service OR primary classroom

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Case Study Presentation (20%)
  • Critical Reflection (30%)
  • Professional Experience (50%)

Prescribed Text

  • References will include the most current curriculum requirements for schools.

Check with the instructor each semester before purchasing any prescribed texts or representative references