A range of experiences in school settings will be provided. This unit is designed to develop students' understanding of the issues that are integral to the Human Society and Its Environment curriculum. It caters for the needs of students requiring a background in this Key Learning Area and incorporates aspects of Australian social, cultural and environmental heritage, civics education and global perspectives. This unit provides an introduction to primary teaching. The workshops focus on the development of knowledge of the six Key Learning Areas as well as key professional competencies necessary for effective teaching.
Emphasis is placed upon the application of such knowledge and competencies in a practical setting.
Students will therefore participate in a school experience program comprising the equivalent of five days of classroom teaching experience. Students should make certain that, at enrolment, they complete the TEP Program Checklist. This unit builds upon the knowledge and competencies developed in TEP290 . The practical application of such knowledge and competencies is further developed through participation in a school experience program comprised of the equivalent of five days of teaching experience. This unit is available for students in the secondary teacher education program who are completing two 300-level professional units in the one subject over first and second semesters.