Introduction to Teaching and Learning

This course provides opportunities for students to understand the notion of teaching as a standards-based profession. Students will gain an initial understanding of curriculum theory with an emphasis on the Australian curriculum the SACE and the International Baccalaureate. Students will have opportunities to develop effective teaching and learning strategies. The topic demonstrates a variety of instructional approaches for students' learning and is designed to engage for student learning and is designed to engage students with the processes involved in planning, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning programs. A major focus of the course allows students to gain a broad knowledge of, understanding of and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages, drawing on historical and philosophical knowledge, including learning a rudimentary knowledge of the Kaurna language. For students studying the Bachelor of Teaching, it is a graduation requirement that they demonstrate they have met the required levels of personal literacy and numeracy broadly equivalent to the top 30% of the population. All Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) students participate in the School of Education's eLearning Program that requires students to own an iPad with pencil and keyboard. The University of Adelaide will assist students with procurement upon enrolment.