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Details for CRS330 Curriculum Studies – English: Part B

Students explore ways to deepen their theoretical understanding of secondary English teaching, with a focus on ACARA English curriculum 11-12 and NSW English syllabi (Stages 6). It explores current pedagogical perspectives, fostering critical skills through diverse text formats and global educational considerations. Additionally, it addresses literacy’s role across various contexts, enriching students’ understanding of human experiences and cultures.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: CRS330
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Debra Walls

Prerequisite

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Identify a sound conceptual knowledge of pedagogical principles and practices used in developing the frameworks for the ACARA English curriculum 11-12 and NSW English syllabi (Stages 6) (concepts, substance and structure) and analyse their effectiveness in meeting the aims of the syllabus;
  2. Examine in depth the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing in the learning and teaching of secondary English utilising spoken, written, digital and multimodal texts, critically analysing the impact of worldview on content choice and strategies;
  3. Using the Cross Curriculum Priority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures in text choice, construct lesson sequences and assessment activities Years 11-12 that demonstrate a critical engagement with the Australian Curriculum Stage 6 continuum and demonstrate an advanced understanding of how to effectively design, implement, monitor and evaluate a literacy program for diverse learners, including students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds. Demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of recent theory and practice related to the acquisition of reading, writing, speaking, listening and visual literacy;
  4. Critically explore and appraise the key elements of the ACARA English curriculum 11-12, NSW English syllabi (Stages 6) and current resources from Christian and any other faith/ ideologically based resources that engage in the teaching of programs for diverse learners from a range of abilities and backgrounds and how this informs your research and evidenced base justification for how to teach English;
  5. Conduct, record and edit a micro teaching event (with a Voice Over commentary to be used as an Instructional video for your peers) that shows a range of communication strategies as well as supporting students’ well-being and safety; and demonstrate relevant alignment of skill development in English teaching to the Graduate Teacher Standard Descriptors listed in Learning Outcome 4 above;
  6. Review various global perspectives in secondary Education and the implications for academic, workplace and popular culture multi literacy development.

Subject Content

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to Face (onsite)
  • E-learning (online)
  • Intensive
  • Extensive 

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

Assessment Methods

  • Multimedia Teaching Resource (20%)
  • Unit of Work (50%)
  • Critical Reflection and Instructional Video (30%)

Prescribed Text