Details for CRS228 Curriculum Studies – Information and Software Technology

Students will explore the use of ICT to implement responsible and ethical solutions to problems in a society characterized by rapid technological change, global communication and increasingly competitive knowledge-driven economies. This course provides an introduction to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment for teaching the ACARA curriculum Design and Technologies Stage 4 and 5 and the NESA Technology (Mandatory) Years 7–8 Syllabus and Information and Software Technology Years 7-10 Syllabus.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: CRS228
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Review current literature on pedagogy, including reference to cultural diversity, specify the implications of the Quality Teaching Framework and Great Teaching Inspired Learning for ICT;
2. Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the research informing contemporary principles of inquiry-based learning together with the key content, concepts, processes and skills in ACARA Design and Technologies curriculum Years 7-10 and the NESA Technology (Mandatory) and Information and Software Technology syllabuses;
3. Develop student-centred innovative and well-designed unit of work that includes ICT content; skills; language, literacy and numeracy demands of the content; the general capabilities and cross curriculum priorities; and identify, apply and assess age appropriate differentiated strategies for the full range of student abilities (supporting well-being and safety) and diverse backgrounds in Christian and alternate school contexts.
4. Explore the worldview shaping impacts of technology (especially digital) and discuss legal, ethical and industrial issues relating to the use of current and emerging technologies in secondary school teaching;
5. Apply collaborative strategies and best practice project management techniques in the development and implementation of ICT solutions.

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

• Unit of Work: Part A Rationale (15%)
• Unit of Work: Parts B & C (35%)
• Major Project – ICT Challenge (50%)

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