EDF5145 Digital technologies in the secondary years A

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

1. 1

   understand the scope of the digital technologies curriculum across secondary school levels

2. 2

   plan, resource, teach and assess digital technology lessons that reflect an understanding of education policy, theories, research principles and methods particularly in the junior levels at school

3. 3

   develop units of work that include differentiated and inclusive approaches that reflect relevant curriculum and pedagogy for learners in Australian and international contexts with a particular focus on Years 7 to 10

4. 4

   recognise the centrality of literacy and numeracy for effective use of digital technology

5. 5

   identify current ideas about how students learn and some implications for your digital technology classes

6. 6

   work independently and collaboratively integrating digital technology to enhance learning in classes which reflect digital technology as both a separate discipline and as part of an integrated curriculum

7. 7

   identify professional learning needs through critical reflection of practicum experiences

8. 8

   critically engage with issues and debates surrounding digital technology in education, including health, equity, ethical and legal implications.