010046 Learning Futures: Teaching for Complexity and Diversity
6cpRequisite(s): 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10404 Bachelor of Science Master of Teaching Secondary Education OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10405 Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Master of Teaching Secondary Education OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10406 Bachelor of Technology Master of Teaching Secondary Education OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10449 Bachelor of Business Master of Teaching Secondary Education OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10450 Bachelor of Economics Master of Teaching Secondary Education
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Core
Description
This subject investigates the diverse and complex social, political and economic contexts in which contemporary schools, in particular secondary schools, operate. Teacher education students explore theories and debates surrounding the ways in which social, political, cultural and economic factors interact in the Australian context to shape the nature of schools and classrooms, influence educational policy and impact educational outcomes. Students draw upon a critical-reflective, research-based approach to interrogate and understand the ways in which educational beliefs, practices and pedagogies are socially and historically constructed. Some of the following issues are examined: social theories and the process of socialisation in schools; forms of capital, poverty and disadvantage; globalisation; global understandings; gender; and multicultural education and the application of culturally responsive practices in schools.
Typical availability
Spring D session, City campus
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Detailed subject description.