Inclusive Approaches to Diverse Student Needs

Course aim

To introduce students to the areas of student diversity and special education with a focus on student development.

Course content

Introduction to the area of special needs, exceptionality, disability and student diversity focusing on inclusive educational practice for maximising outcomes and holistic wellbeing of all students. Emphasis is given to the relationship between theory and practice through connecting seminars, online lectures and weekly reading with practice based service learning and an inquiry project. First hand experience with students with special education and diverse needs, aims to promote connections with all stakeholders. Familiarisation of current legislative, ethical and policy requirements and implications for educators, families and support agencies.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
Group 2
EDUC 4157	Approaches to Learning
EDUC 4094	Reflective Practice 1
Group 1
EDUC 4094	Reflective Practice 1
EDUC 4175	Educational Psychology

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	1 hour x 9 weeks
Seminar	2 hours x 9 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Inclusive teaching project or equivalent, Inquiry project contract, Project presentation and A4 teaching resource

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.