Course overview
This course will develop preservice teachers' theoretical, conceptual, and practical understanding of the design and technologies learning area and relevant curriculum. Preservice teachers will develop an understanding of design and technologies as it relates to the Australian Curriculum and Early Years Learning Framework. This includes developing experiences in planning and programming, including design briefs and design folios, and cross curricula opportunities. Furthermore, preservice teachers will develop a practical understanding of the learning area which is complemented through a critical analysis of contemporary pedagogies. Preservice teachers will gain experience with resources for teaching and learning while developing a greater awareness of occupational health, safety and welfare considerations.
Course learning outcomes
- Articulate the Technologies learning area
- Identify the significance of a Technologies educator's role in preparing learners for an active, ethical and critical role in an increasingly technological society
- Design basic curriculum planning skills which are informed by curriculum framework/s
- Employ a range of skills, knowledge and experiences, autonomously and in teams, that enable preservice teachers to design, develop and deliver lessons in Technologies