UnitLevel 1Undergraduate

EDF1058 Learn to learn, learn to teach

Faculty of Education

EDF1058 Learn to learn, learn to teach is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Education, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Peninsula. It has no prerequisites.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2027: Semester 1; Clayton, Peninsula
Assessment: No exam; 4 tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

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Requisites

Before EDF1058

No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.

After EDF1058

No unit lists EDF1058 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.

Enrolment rules

Corequisite

Must be enrolled in a course owned by the Faculty of Education

Overview

This unit is designed to enrich your understanding of the complex processes through which learning occurs and examine the implications for both your own learning and your future teaching. You will focus on the multidimensional nature of learning, incorporating research-informed insights from neuro (brain) science, cognitive and developmental psychology, sociology and education. These lenses will help you understand how situational, individual, social and cultural contexts can shape learning over time.

You will start to consider purposes for learning, from a specific lesson/subject to whole school/centre programs and beyond. Drawing from research, you will be provided with opportunities to examine your assumptions about learning and teaching, and explore strategies and habits that can accelerate or disrupt learning. You will begin to understand the importance to engage in complex decision making to select, adapt and critically evaluate teaching practices in appropriate and purposeful ways to respond to your students’ learning needs.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
First semester	Clayton	Blended
First semester	Peninsula	Blended

Assessment

Online quiz (800 words or equivalent)Quiz / Test
20%
Case study analysis (1600 words or equivalent)Written
40%
Teaching strategy presentation (1600 words or equivalent)Presentation
40%
Professional readinessQuiz / TestCompetency hurdle
-

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1
demonstrate knowledge of the role of the brain, memory and memory systems in learning by considering novice and expert learners and referencing current research, explain how brain development and neuroplasticity influence knowledge acquisition during progression towards mastery
2
critically evaluate common neuromyths and explain how they conflict with current research on brain function and impact evidence-informed teaching practices
3
apply principles of cognitive load theory to recognise and address cognitive overload in learning environments using evidence based effective teaching strategies
4
reflect on your development as both a learner and a teacher by drawing on current research into learning strategies, teaching practices, and the cognitive, social, and emotional dimensions of knowledge acquisition
5
demonstrate knowledge of the structures, policies, behaviours, practices and requirements of the profession including frameworks and legislation that guide the teaching profession such as curriculum, child safety, teacher standards, improvement frameworks and professional codes of conduct and ethics.

Workload and teaching

Tutorials22 hours
Lectures10 hours
Teaching approachActive learning

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per teaching period comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study.

Usually, you can expect to engage with:

32 hours* of scheduled learning delivered on campus via weekly/regular directed learning activities; and
the remaining hours to be allocated towards self-directed/independent study

Scheduled learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

*Subject to variation due to professional experience requirements

You will be provided with the opportunity to engage with relevant literature and resources. Further, you will be encouraged to deepen your understanding of topic areas through collegial discussion and debate, and by participating in activities designed to extend your understanding.

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Please visit the unit Moodle site for further information.

Contacts

Chief Examiners: Dr Matt Fyfield
Unit Coordinators: Dr Matt Fyfield

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for EDF1058?

EDF1058 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

When is EDF1058 offered?

In 2027, EDF1058 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Peninsula.

How much work is EDF1058?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does EDF1058 have an exam?

No. EDF1058 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.

More details

Credit points: 6
Level: 1
Study level: Undergraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Education

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.125
Student contribution: SCA Band 1
Study abroad: Not available
Handbook years: 20262027