UnitLevel 5Postgraduate

EDF5874 Emerging technologies and pedagogical innovation

Faculty of Education

EDF5874 Emerging technologies and pedagogical innovation is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Education. It isn't offered in 2026. It has no prerequisites.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2026
Not offered
Assessment
No exam
2 tasks
Workload
144 hours
per semester

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before EDF5874

Prohibitions

You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.

After EDF5874

No unit lists EDF5874 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.

Enrolment rules

Must be enrolled in D6001

Overview

This subject explores a wide range of emerging technologies and pedagogical approaches that are transforming education. Drawing on both theoretical and conceptual insights, you will investigate and evaluate  technologies such as generative artificial intelligence, virtual and simulated reality, big data, and blended learning modalities, and how they challenge and expand the boundaries of traditional teaching methods.

You will develop advanced skills to become a critical and informed technology user in a range of educational contexts, engaging analytically with the affordances and limitations of these innovations. The focus is on fostering your ability to create cutting-edge, student-centred learning experiences. With a flexible and forward-looking approach, this subject will bring in new pedagogical uses of novel technologies, ensuring that you stay at the forefront of educational practice as new tools emerge.

Offerings in 2026

The 2026 handbook lists no offerings for EDF5874.

Assessment

  • Multi-modal reflective journal (2000 words or equivalent)Written
    50%
  • Classroom simulation: Integrating emerging technologies (2000 words or equivalent)Portfolio
    50%

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. 1

    critically analyse the potential and limitations of advanced educational technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and big data, in transforming teaching and learning practices

  2. 2

    investigate and evaluate innovative pedagogical strategies that effectively integrate these pioneering technologies to enhance student-centred learning experiences

  3. 3

    examine, discuss and plan for the ethical implications of using educational technologies across diverse teaching contexts, considering issues such as data privacy, equity, and digital access

  4. 4

    strategically integrate emerging technologies into existing pedagogical plans, addressing and evaluating potential challenges and barriers in education.

Workload and teaching

  • Tutorials24 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:
  • 24 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.

Where it fits

EDF5874 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for EDF5874?

EDF5874 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

When is EDF5874 offered?

EDF5874 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.

How much work is EDF5874?

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

Does EDF5874 have an exam?

No. EDF5874 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.

Which majors and minors include EDF5874?

EDF5874 is part of Secondary education.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
5
Study level
Postgraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Education
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 1
Study abroad
Not available
Handbook years
20262027