Master (Hons) / Master of / Grad Cert in Educational Studies
(Purely Distance Learning)

Aims and Objectives

The Master of Educational Studies degree is intended for practising teachers and other educators who wish to gain postgraduate professional qualifications in a wide variety of educational contexts and to acquire or update their expertise. The approach used in the program blends theory and practice, with an emphasis on applying research findings to best educational practices. The program is undertaken by coursework, although some specialisations offer the option of a research strand consisting of a minor thesis with research methodology courses either within the award or as an additional 40 units in the Master of Educational Studies (Honours).

Advantages of online study

Flexible: Less interruption upon your jobs and families. No regular lectures. Progress control over your own time.
Convenient: You may study online at home, office and hotel without wasting time in commuting. You will learn the way to retrieve useful information from internet effectively.
Adequate Support: Virtual classrooms, online workshops, electronic notice boards and online conferences, more importantly, with unfailing support from course instructors through internet, you will not have the feeling of study alone.
Same status as on-campus
No hassle as textbook, hard copy study notes and CD-ROM are provided
Interactive and build networking in a global context

Programme Structure

Group A
Courses
ABOR6001	Aboriginal Foundation Studies
ABOR6003	Contemporary Aborginal Studies
ABOR6005	Marketing Research (Formerly Market Research)
ABOR6006	Switching the Black Power Back on in Indigenous Learning
Group B
Course
EDUC6108	Current Issues in Secondary Schools
EDUC6130	Curriculum Studies 3 (Integrated Science)
EDUC6141	Curriculum Studies 2 (Preliminary Chemistry)
EDUC6142	Curriculum Studies 5 (HSC Chemistry)
Group C
Course
EDUC6039	Applications of Computers in Education
EDUC6038	Introduction to Educational Computing
EDUC6041	Instructional Strategies in Computer Education
EDUC6042	Computers and Learning
EDUC6036	Information Technology and Educational Leadership
EDUC6040	Computing Studies in Schools
EDUC6101	Web Based Teaching
Group D
Course
EDUC6005	Social Justice and Early Childhood Education
EDUC6006	Contemporary Issues and Early Childhood
EDUC6051	Industry/Work Based Project
EDUC6128	Issues in Early Years
Group E
Course
EDUC6012	Current Issues in Secondary Schools
EDUC6013	Curriculum Studies 3 (Integrated Science)
EDUC6151	Curriculum Studies 2 (Preliminary Chemistry)
EDUC6153	Curriculum Studies 5 (HSC Chemistry)
EDUC6015	School Organisational and Structural Issues in Educating Boys
EDUC6051	Industry/Work Based Project
EDUC6154	Meeting the Academic and Social Needs of Boys
EDUC6153	Curriculum Studies 5 (HSC Chemistry)
Group F
Course
EDUC6010	Society, Culture and Gender in Gifted Education
EDUC6011	Curriculum and Programming in Gifted Education
EDUC6008	Identification of Gifted and Talented Students
EDUC6009	Cognitive Competencies in Extraordinary Talent and Expertise
Group G
Course
EDUC6102	Curriculum Studies 1 (Junior Mathematics - Stage 4)
EDUC6103	Curriculum Studies 2 (Junior Mathematics - Stage 5)
EDUC6108	Current Issues in Secondary Schools
EDUC6109	Intergrated Fieldwork Studies
EDUC6865	Mathematics for Teachers: Calculus Methods
EDUC6104	Curriculum Studies 3 (Senior Mathematics-Stage 6 General Maths)
EDUC6105	Curriculum Studies 4 (Senior Mathematics-Stage 6)
EDUC6106	Curriculum Studies 5 (Senior Mathematics-Stage 6 Extension 1)
EDUC6107	Curriculum Studies 6 (Senior Mathematics-Stage 6 Extension 2)
EDUC6866	Mathematics for Teachers: Advance Algebraic Perspectives
Group H
Course
EDUC6200	Productive Classroom Practice
EDUC6201	Productive Assessment
EDUC6202	Productive Curriculum
EDUC6203	Productive Teacher Learning
Group I
Course
EDUC6108	Current Issues in Secondary Schools
EDUC6129	Curriculum Studies 1 (Preliminary Physics)
EDUC6130	Curriculum Studies 3 (Integrated Science)
EDUC6131	Curriculum Studies 4 (HSC Physics)
Group J
Course
EDUC6108	Current Issues in Secondary Schools
EDUC6109	Integrated Fieldwork Studies
EDUC6131	Integrated Fieldwork Studies
EDUC6142	Curriculum Studies 5 (HSC Chemistry)
EDUC6129	Curriculum Studies 1 (Preliminary Physics)
EDUC6130	Curriculum Studies 3 (Integrated Science)
EDUC6141	Curriculum Studies 2 (Preliminary Chemistry)
EDUC6143	Curriculum Studies 6 (Environmental Science)
Group K
Course
EDUC6023	Cultural Variation in Language Learning
EDUC6024	Practicum in TESOL
EDUC6025	TESOL Curriculum and Methodology
EDUC6051	Industry/Work Based Project
EDUC6121	Intercultural Communication Through English
EDUC6122	Language Testing in TESOL
EDUC6124	English for Special Purposes
LING6020	Structure of English
LING6030	Second Language Acquisition
Group L
Course
EDUC6211	Assessment in Vocational Education Training
EDUC6213	Curriculum in Vocational Education
EDUC6223	VET Practicum 2
EDUC6214	Policy Contexts of Vocational, Adult and Community Education
EDUC6222	VET Practicum 1
Group M
Course
EDUC6021	Professional Study A
EDUC6022	Professional Study B
EDUC6028	A Directed Study
EDUC6030	Power and Pedagogy
EDUC6032	Introduction to Educational Administration
EDUC6033	Educational Administration: Theory and Practice
EDUC6034	Leading Educational Change
EDUC6035	Administrative Behaviour and Educational Management
EDUC6045	Towards Independent Learning: Research and Strategies
EDUC6047	Exploring Curriculum: Research Policy and Practice
EDUC6052	Specialist Study A
EDUC6053	Specialist Study B
EDUC6054	Practicum in sensory disability
EDUC6055	Edu audiology, speech & auditory development
EDUC6080	Interventions in Behaviour Problems
EDUC6081	Using Resources in Behaviour Problems
EDUC6082	Policy and Administration in Special Education
EDUC6083	Communication Interventions
EDUC6084	Community Service Provision for People with Disability
EDUC6085	Education of Students with Learning Difficulties
EDUC6086	Education of Students with Behaviour Problems
EDUC6087	Education of Students with Developmental Disabilities
EDUC6088	Teaching Methods and Techniques in Special Education
EDUC6090	Current Issues in Special Education
EDUC6091	Special Education Practicum
EDUC6092	Special Education Practicum II
EDUC6120	The linguistics of Auslan
EDUC6301	Assistive Technology in the Instruction for Students
EDUC6860	Fundamentals of Auditory Therapy
EDUC6861	Auditory Verbal Practice 1
EDUC6862	Auditory Verbal Practice 2
EDUC6864	Child Development: Sensory and Multiple Disability
EDUC6001	Disability Studies: Perspectives on the individual, family & community
EDUC6002	Disability Support and Services: Management and evaluation
EDUC6003	Programming for Support in Disability Services: Issues and strategies
EDUC6004	Collaboration, Planning and Interprersonal Skills in Disability Services
EDUC6016	Leadership and Strategic Management
EDUC6017	Organisational Behaviour and Managing People
EDUC6018	Information Technology and Education
EDUC6019	Instructional Leadership and Program Evaluation
EDUC6020	Operating Contexts of Educational Management
EDUC6056	Lang and comm develop't for students with hearing impairments
EDUC6057	Social, language and cultural studies in deafness
EDUC6059	Language and literacy in deafness and hearing impairment
EDUC6062	Sign Language in Education: Advance Practice
EDUC6063	Advanced Issues in Educational Audiology and Sensory Aids
EDUC6064	Auditory/oral Programming for Hearing Impaired
EDUC6066	Sensory systems, perception and child development
EDUC6067	Orientation and Mobility for Students with Vision Impairment
EDUC6068	Specialised curriculum for students with visual impairments
EDUC6070	Teaching literacy to visually impaired and blind students
EDUC6071	Orientation and mobility for learners with multiple disabilities
EDUC6074	Integration and Inclusion for Students with Sensory Disabilities
EDUC6075	Family support and early intervention in sensory disabilities
EDUC6076	Seminar Sensory Disability A
EDUC6077	Seminar Sensory Disability B
EDUC6078	Foundation Studies in Behaviour Problems
EDUC6079	Assessment and Programming in Behaviour Problems
EDUC6113	Advanced Theory Practice in Orientation Mobility
EDUC6114	Comm strategies for students with sensory and multiple disabilities
EDUC6115	Transdisciplinary assess for stud w/ sensory & multiple disabilities
EDUC6116	Transdisciplinary approaches to curriculam implementation for student with sensory and multiple disabilities
EDUC6118	The deaf child in the family and at school: Signed Language
EDUC6119	The deaf child in the family and at school: Spoken language
EDUC6863	Research and Development in Auditory Verbal Therapy
Group N
Course
EDST6511	Rethinking Literacies
EDST6513	Children's Literacies and the Early Childhood Professional
EDST6512	The Multiple Literacies of Children
Group O
Course
EDUC6504	Engineering Studies 1
EDUC6506	Engineering Studies 3
EDUC6505	Engineering Studies 2
EDUC6507	Engineering Studies 4
Group P
Course
EDUC6048	Research Methodology
EDUC6050	Educational Research Methodology 1 (Quantitative)
EDUC6049	Educational Research Methodology 2 (Qualitative)
Group Q
Course
EDUC6026	Minor Thesis A
EDUC6027	Minor Thesis B
Group O
Course Outline
ABOR6001 Aboriginal Foundation Studies
" Country is alive with information for those who have learned to understand." (D. Bird- Rose 2000 p.225) This course provides an understanding of the relevant issues underlying traditional Indigenous societies. It explores the underpinning of all relationships and interactions of Indigenous family networks and demonstrates the vitality of cultures that still exists in NSW and elsewhere. Indigenous philosophy and its impact on the understanding of country is an essential component of the course.
ABOR6003 Contemporary Aboriginal Studies
"The idea of contested stories and multiple discourses about the past, by different communities, is closely linked to the politics of everyday contemporary indigenous life. It is very much the fabric of communities that value oral ways of knowing. These contested accounts are stored within genealogies, within the landscape, within weavings and carvings, even within the personal names that people carried. The means by which these histories were stored was through their systems of knowledge." (Tuhiwai Smith, L. 1999, p.33). This course has been designed to provide the foundation to knowledge within the course work masters. The issues are relevant to the current debates within the contemporary Aboriginal and non Aboriginal communities. The final weeks of the course will entail students looking at their local Aboriginal communities, in particular their response to government policies, media coverage and successful community projects.
ABOR6005 Abor Educ 1st World Policy/Third World Outcomes
According to the NSW Aboriginal Education Policy: "New South Wales Government policies continue to work towards achieving improved learning outcomes for Aboriginal people. The New South Wales Government is committed to achieving Reconciliation and recognises that appropriate education is fundamental to this process" (1996:1) In 1989 The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Policy was endorsed by the NSW Government. This policy aimed to achieve equity for Aboriginal people in education with the foundation of the policy being the involvement of Aboriginal people in decision-making processes. However the latest statistics reveal that Aboriginal children still continue to have the highest attrition rate of all groups attending schools in NSW. Policies are still being inadequately implemented and governments seem reluctant to provide the necessary funding which could bring about change.
ABOR6006 Switching Black Power back on in Indig. Learning
The National Aboriginal Education Committee (NAEC) emphasised that teachers and schools must: " ... develop an education theory and pedagogy that takes into account Aboriginal epistemology. (1987: 12). Aboriginal people consistently raise their concerns that schooling outcomes for their children are woefully inadequate. The pedagogical approach taken by most teachers was and continues to be inappropriate, and that the appropriateness to Aboriginal students of current teaching practices needs to be thoroughly investigated. Students of this course will undertake study in the uses of Aboriginal learning styles accompanied by an appropriate pedagogy; how to determine individual learning styles as accurately as possible; how to encourage the Indigenous learner to develop the skills and learning needed for Australia today; and develop strategies whereby Aboriginal people are involved in the planning and implementation of policies on Aboriginal education.
EDUC6001 Dis Stud: Persp on Individual, Family & Community
Provides an introduction to the study of disability and its impact on the individual, families and the community. On successful completion of the topic, students will be aware of debates surrounding the definition of disability and implications for classification and assessment. The student will also be familiar with approaches to individual assessment, the major causes of disabilities and the linkages between individuals, families and communities in relation to the nature and impact of disability. This course is delivered in distance mode.
EDUC6002 Disability Support & Services: Management & Eval
Provides an overview of the philosophical basis for disability services, the legislation associated with the provision of disability services, and the implications of both of these for the management and evaluation of disability services.
EDUC6003 Prog for Supp in Disab Serv: Issues and Strategies
Provides an introduction to the area of programming principles and strategies used in the design of support programs for people with disabilities. This course is delivered in distance mode.
EDUC6004 Collab, Planning & Interpers Skills Disability Ser
Examines interpersonal communication processes, which are required for collaborative/planning roles in disability services. In particular, skills will be developed in the areas of listening, interviewing, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem solving. This course is delivered in distance mode.
EDUC6005 Social Justice and Early Childhood Education
Examines educational responses to social justice demands within early childhood education in the local and global context. Topics include ethics, advocacy, and social divisions within the context of early childhood education.
EDUC6006 Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood
Explores many contemporary and popularised issues that are prevalent concerns within the early childhood context. Some of the topics included are: changing family contexts, environmental issues, technological change, innovative programs, parent involvement, professionalism, accreditation, and understandings of early childhood to school transition. This course is offered at both Callaghan and the Central Coast campuses.
EDUC6008 Identification of Gifted and Talented Students
Examines philosophy of giftedness and talent and the virtue or otherwise of identifying those who fall into these categories and then providing them with any special form of education. The principal way in which these features have been identified in the past and present will be considered along with the theoretical and philosophical bases for such methods.
EDUC6009 Cognitive Competencies in Extraordinary Tal & Expe
Examines the developments that have occurred in recent decades in the concepts of both intelligence and creativity. In addition to the theoretical nature of these changes, consideration will be given to the ways in which these changes have lead to improvements in the identification and teaching of the gifted.
EDUC6010 Society, Culture and Gender in Gifted Education
Examines the social, cultural and gender issues related to the various imbalances in gifted education. In particular the under representation of minority groups in many programs of gifted education will be considered, along with the reasons for the under representation of females in mathematics and natural science disciplines. Some of the current controversial theories on the genetic basis of intelligence will also be considered and critiqued.
EDUC6011 Curriculum and Programming in Gifted Education
Considers ways in which curriculum goals and objectives are combined to construct and implement curricula for the gifted in both mixed ability and specialist classes. Issues will include the effects of teaching and learning within and across Key Learning Areas and methods of challenging students through a variety of strategies including accelerated learning.
EDUC6012 Introduction to Educating Boys
The course will explore the current national and international information about educational and social outcomes for boys. Students will use this information to gather their own local data. The course will take a multi-disciplinary approach to analysing the current data based on research from a range of fields including a variety of perspectives on gender, learning and behaviour. It will review current policy and practice in educating boys in the light of current evidence pertaining to male identity. Students will prepare a strategy and policy document for their current school setting.
EDUC6013 Addressing the Academic and Social Needs of Boys
The course will explore the link between boys' social needs and their academic performance. The variety of boys' behaviours (including physical and verbal ways of relating to others)is examined from a strengths perspective. Disruption and disengagemment in the classroom will be discussed and analysed as well as bullying, aggression and peer pressure. Boys' relationships with each other, with girls, with teachers and the school will be examined in terms of the social needs that boys are trying to meet within their male identities.
EDUC6015 School Orgn & Structural Issues in Educating Boys
Examines current practices in schools. A variety of structural and organisational approaches will be considered including middle schools and single sex classes in a co-educational setting. School structures will be examined in the light of the types of relationships they encourage between males and females, between staff and students, within the staff, and between the school and the community. The link between school structures and teaching and learning will be examined.
EDUC6016 Leadership and Strategic Management
Focuses on the theoretical concepts and best practices relating to leadership, styles of leadership, professionally staffed organisations, leading & managing organisations and leading and managing change in organisational settings as well as the concept and perspectives of strategic management, levels and modes of strategy; managing organisations strategically and how to develop, implement and evaluate strategy.
EDUC6017 Organisational Behaviour and Managing People
Focuses on organisational behaviour including individual differences and inter-personal relations; group dynamics and leadership; organisational structures and processes; job satisfaction and organisational performance as well as general perspectives in managing people; team roles; team work and strategic management.
EDUC6018 Information Technologies and Education
Examines the important role of Information Technologies (IT)in education. Applications of (IT) to support learning, teaching and management in a variety of educational contexts will be critically examined to determine the impact of IT on educational practice.
EDUC6019 Instructional Leadership and Program Evaluation
In this course the relationship between management, curriculum and school based programs will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on critically examining the notion of instructional leadership in relation to particular reforms and changing cultural, technological and systemic conditions in which programs are designed, implemented and evaluated.
EDUC6020 Operating Contexts of Educational Management
Provides a critical understanding of the social, cultural, historical and industrial contexts within which educational managers and leaders work. Particular emphasis will be placed on considering the ways in which educational leaders and managers contribute to and might shape social directions. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6021 Professional Study A
Provides a conceptual framework within which specific educational emphases can be pursued through the teaching of specialist selected topics related to the strand being completed in the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies. The intent of the course is to encourage students to investigate in depth, topics of relevance to their particular specialist needs. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6023 Cultural Variations in Language Learning
Many of the cultural expectations that are implicit to language learning are carried subconsciously by native speakers but are often invisible to second language learners. Such aspects as pragmatics, language use and appropriate role behaviour are often culture-specific and are likely to override semantic considerations for language learners. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6024 Practicum in TESOL
Provides students with the opportunity to implement TESOL skills and knowledge in two site-based teaching settings.
EDUC6025 TESOL Curriculum and Methodology
Develops understanding of the relationships between the social and cultural contexts of non-English speaking background (NESB) students and the pedagogic principles and practices of extending their competence in using English as their second language. It also aims to develop understanding of global, national and local educational contexts related to speakers of English as a second language (ESL) within an Australian learning environment. Contact Hours: 2 hours per week
EEDUC6028 A Directed Study
This subject may be taken by a student who has completed at least four semester units and who is interested in developing a specialised topic with the close direction of a staff member. The consent of both the staff member to be involved and the Program Coordinator is required. Intending students must consult with the Program Coordinator before enrolling. A detailed proposal must be supplied to the Program Coordinator on the Directed Study profroma by the end of the second week of the semester. The proposal must be written in conjunction with the staff member concerned. This subject is offered at both Callaghan and the Central Coast campuses. Contact hours: By arrangement
EDUC6030 POWER AND PEDAGOGY
Examines such topics as space and architecture, the organisation of time, documents and artefacts of schooling, school regulations and rituals, classroom practices, and the effects of power on both teachers and students. Students will have the opportunity to apply key concepts of the topic, such as techniques of power, the circulation of power, and power's productiveness, to their own work or educational contexts.
EDUC6032 Introduction to Educational Administration
Introduces students to the basic theoretical concepts and best practices in educational administration focusing on the development of educational administration as a separate discipline, how everyone is involved in management, organisations and their characteristics, responsibilites and functions of leaders/managers and some of the administrative processes such as decision-making, communication, managing meetings and human resources.
EDUC6033 Educational Administration: Theory and Practice
Focuses on enhancing the ability to use theoretical concepts to refine and improve practice including a better understanding of the theoretical foundations, bureaucracy, organisational climate and culture, professionals within educational settings, as well as motivating staff, educational leadership, conflicts, organisational politics and decision-making.
EDUC6034 Leading Educational Change
The role of educational leaders in the complex area of change in all sectors of education will be explored through issues such as: analysing the change process, defining educational change, determining individual change, determining individual, group and organisational responses to change, implementing change, coping with resistance to change, and managing planned change.
EDUC6035 Administrative Behaviour & Educational Management
Focuses on enhancing the knowledge and understanding on administrative behaviour and effective management of educational institutions including management as an integrating activity and developing the skills and competencies relating to relevant administrative process as well as the concepts of administrative values, beliefs, planning and policy formulation, decentralisation and devolution, educational change and school-based management.
EDUC6036 Information Technology & Educational Leadership
This course examines the relationship between information technology and educational leadership. In recent years, there has been rapid implementation of information technology in schools. This has resulted in many challenges for educational leaders in terms of policy development, planning, infrastructure, staff development and ethical issues as they and their staff determine appropriate uses of information technology in teaching, learning and administration. This course explores these implementation processes.
EDUC6038 Introduction to Educational Computing
Provides an introduction to the main usage of computers in education. It is designed to introduce students to the various types of computers, and examine the ways in which computers can be used to support and extend student learning. Attention is also given to the integration of theory and practice, in particular, the application of research findings to computer usage in education.
EDUC6039 Applications of Computers in Education
The major focus of this unit is to examine the use of computers as a tool for learning and the integration of computers into wider learning experiences. In this context, students will explore the educational uses of software applications such as word processing, desktop publishing, database management, spreadsheets, and adventure games. They will also learn to evaluate educational software. Attention is given to the integration of theory and practice, in particular, the application of research findings to computer usage in education.
EDUC6040 Computing Studies in Schools
Focusses on various aspects of computer studies syllabus documents with an emphasis on implementation. The nature of "technology" based syllabus documents and development will be addressed. Consideration is also given to the place of computer studies syllabus documents in national frameworks for technology education and integrated approaches to computer based learning. Key topics include curriculum planning, resources management, unit development, and evaluation. A major component of this subject is a depth study on a student selected computer studies syllabus area.
EDUC6041 Instructional Strategies in Computer Education
Primarily concerned with the effective use of computer-based technology in classroom situations. The educational rationale for using common computer applications will be considered in the context of current school based computer curricula. The practical and theoretical aspects of implementing courses using word processing, database, spreadsheet, graphic packages and computer assisted instruction will be related to relevant research on teaching and learning strategies.
EDUC6042 Computers and Learning
Provides an in-depth study of theories and research on using computers in learning. In this context, particular focus will be given to the various theoretical and research perspectives in using the Internet. Emphasis will be placed on the examination of various problems and issues when computers are used in learning, eg, the affective, social, cognitive and metacognitive development of learners within a computing environment, the instructionism vs constructivism debate, individual differences in using computers, cultural, social and equity issues, research methodology and assessment. Further, the implications of these dimension for classroom practice will be explored.
EDUC6045 Towards Independent Learning Research & Strategies
Provides an understanding of recent research, policy development and practice in teaching and learning for independence. The focus will be on efficacy of a range of teaching strategies, reflection, and their relationships to developmental levels. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6047 Exploring Curriculum: Res, Policy and Practice
Focuses on those aspects of educational research which inform the theory and practice of curriculum. It will challenge students to utilise this research in designing, implementing and evaluating curriculum in their own educational site.
EDUC6051 Industry/Work Based Project
Conducted in a work-place, or industry educational setting, the course will provide students with the opportunity to design, conduct and analyse research focussing on an issue of concern to them in an in-depth manner.
EDUC6052 Specialist Study
Provides a conceptual framework within which specific educational emphases can be pursued through the teaching of specialist selected topics. The intent of the subject is to encourage students to investigate in depth, topics of relevance to their particular specialist needs. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6054 Practicum in Sensory Disability
Provides practical experiences in settings in which children with sensory disabilities are being educated. Skills in planning, implementing, managing and evaluating programs will be assessed. There will generally be three placements. These may be block placements of three weeks (15 days) or 10 hours per week for eight weeks.
EDUC6055 Educational Audiology Speech & Auditory Develop
Introduces students to the anatomy and physiology of hearing and speech as a basis for understanding the mechanisms underlying auditory perception and speech production.
EDUC6056 Lang&Comm Devel for Studs Hearing Impairmen
Provides an understanding of the process of language acquisition and the inter-relation of communication systems with that process.
EDUC6057 Social Language & Cultural Studies in Deafness
Introduces the socio-cultural perspective on deafness through lectures, discussions and audio-visual media.
EDUC6059 Language and Literacy in Deafness & Hearing Impair
The course considers the range of language-learning situations of children who are deaf and hearing impaired and examines the process of literacy acquisition as it applies to this highly variable group of learners including those learning English as a second language. The course prepares reflective and innovative professionals who will develop, teach, and manage the literacy development of deaf students within a variety of educational contexts.
EDUC6062 Sign Language in Education Advanced Practice
Aims to develop an advanced level of knowledge and a high level of competence in the use of sign language for pedagogical purposes. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6063 Advanced Issues in Educ Audiology and Sensory Aids
Develops a high level of understanding of the use of sensory devices by children who are deaf and hearing impaired. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6064 Auditory/Oral Prog Hearing-Impaired Child Adv Prac
Provides auditory/oral elective stream for teachers of the hearing impaired.
EDUC6066 Sensory Systems Perception & Child Development
Provides a basic knowledge of sensory systems and child development.
EDUC6067 Orientation & mobility Students Vision Impairmnt
Introduces basic sighted guide, protective techniques and cane skills and the theory of teaching these skills to students.
EDUC6068 Specialised Curriculum Students Vision Impairmt
Provides an overview of the specialised curriculum for students with vision impairment and access to the regular curriculum.
EDUC6070 Teach Literacy Vision Impaired & Blind Students
Provides an overview of strategies and approaches for teaching communication skills to students with vision impairment focusing on literacy skills.
EDUC6071 Orientation&Mobility for Learners Multi Disability
Introduces the candidates to orientation and mobility(O&M) for students with multiple disabilities. Topics will include the history and development of O&M as a profession, basic principles of O&M, functional vision assessment, concept development and adapted teaching of O&M skills for children with a vision disability and multiple impairments. Contact hours: 4-5 hours per week
EDUC6074 Integration & Inclusion Students Sensory Disabi
Provides a thorough overview of the theoretical models that influence special education practice in Australia and overseas for students with sensory disabilities and to investigate the significant factors involved in planning and implementing integrative and inclusive practices in a range of educational settings.
EDUC6075 Family Support Early Intervention Sensory Disab
Provides the knowledge and skills required for the effective implementation of early intervention programs and the empowerment of service consumers.
EDUC6076 Seminar in Sensory Disability A
Provides the opportunity for students to access the expertise of Visiting Research/Teaching Fellows within Renwick College. This course: a. provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the issue, research literature and/or pratical initatives in a specific area of education for students who are Deaf or who have some sensory impairment. b. develop students' skills in understanding and reporting reviews of literature and in applying research findings to educational practice with students in special education. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6077 Seminar in Sensory Disability B
Provides the opportunity for students to access the expertise of Visiting Research/Teaching Fellows within Renwick College. The subjects aim to: (a) provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the issues, research literature and/or practical initiatives in a specific area of education for students who are Deaf or who have some sensory impairment. (b) develop students' skills in undertaking and reporting reviews of literature and in applying research findings to educational practice with students in special education. Contact hours: 2 hours per week
EDUC6078 Foundation Studies in Behaviour Problems
Introduces the broad spectrum of behaviour, why some behaviours are considered disordered, what factors contribute to behaviour problems, the relationship between mental health and behaviour problems and specific types of behaviour problems.
EDUC6079 Assessment & Programming in Behaviour Problems
Explores the importance of a sound approach to implementing any behaviour change program. The need for adequate and appropriate data gathering as a basis for planning a procedure will be examined, followed by systematic implementation with both on-going and review evaluation. The course is based on a programming model of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
EDUC6080 Intervention in Behaviour Problems
Provides knowledge and skills in the important area of implemnting positive behaviour plans for students with a variety of behaviour problems across behaviour settings. The course will examine a number of specific approaches to teaching students positive behaviours, including social skills, that reflect differing conceptual and practical approaches to managing behaviour. The course also addresses the issues for assisting students with challenging behaviours that result from another primary special need.
EDUC6081 Using Resources in Behaviour Problems
Focuses on the diversity of resources that can be utilised in meeting behavioural needs, as well as the consultative skills needed in working with students and staff. Students will be introduced to a range of approaches to working with other staff in integrating social and academic programs, in the use of resources and technologies, as well as the consultancy skills needed to achieve positive social and learning outcomes for students.
EDUC6082 Policy and Administration in Special Education
Examines policy and administration in special education including the development and implementation of policy and procedures, leadership skills, resource management, curriculum development, and program and financial management. Interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate positive outcomes both for students with special needs and teachers will be examined in the context of special educators as potential change agents in the school. This subject is offered at both Callaghan and the Central Coast campuses.
EDUC6083 Communication Intervention
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory, research and implementation protocols which support the design and evaluation of communication interventions for individuals with moderate or severe disability.
EDUC6084 Com. Service Provision for People with Disability
This subject has two aims. First, to examine contemporary community support services for individuals with a disability. Examples of these services include employment, recreation, accommodation and education services. Second, to develop an understanding of strategies of support and service models designed to facilitate the integration of people with a disability into the community.
EDUC6085 Education of Students with Learning Difficulties
Focuses on learning difficulties in the basic academic areas of reading, spelling, mathematics and comprehension. An overview is provided of likely causes of learning difficulties or the effects of these difficulties on reading, spelling or numeracy. Methods of assisting children with learning difficulties are also reviewed.
EDUC6086 Education of Students with Behaviour Problems
Examines theory and research on the continuum of behaviour problems from minor disturbing behaviours to emotional disturbance. The content will cover the range of settings in which behaviour problems can occur including the regular classroom and specialist settings. Specific behaviour disorders will be examined with emphasis on the relation between research and practice. This subject is offered at both Callaghan and the Central Coast campuses.
EDUC6087 Developmental Disabilities
Examines current research on developmental disabilities. It is designed to increase students' awareness of the causes and characteristics of a variety of disabilities, together with current approaches to service provision. Causes of disability, intellectual disability, sensory disabilities, physical disability and the communication needs of people with disabilities will be examined. Several specific disabilities will be studied in greater detail, and students will be expected to complete an in-depth study in one of these areas.
EDUC6088 Teaching Methods & Techniques in Special Education
Provides an introduction to the range of instructional strategies available to educators working with students with special needs. Issues considered include the translation of research into practice, the relationship of emerging approaches to integration and inclusion, individualised, small and large group instruction, and the contribution of efficacy studies to the field.
EDUC6090 Current Issues in Special Education
Introduces some of the issues which have been the topic of discussion, debate and research in Special Education in recent years. Among issues dealt with will be policy development, normalisation, genetic engineering, euthanasia, staff training, psychopharmacology, abuse, aging and training issues. Students will be provided with readings and will be expected to prepare at least one paper which reflects an in-depth study of one of the topics being treated.
EDUC6091 Special Education Practicum
Conducted in a special education setting in which the student designs, implements and monitors several